Welcome to
John Conver Lutz Woodworking
A Woodworker, a Sculpture,
Artist Statement
John Conver Lutz began exploring his passion for woodworking and furniture design over 30 years ago. He has explored working for industry focusing his efforts on high end furniture and millwork while learning the tools of the trade. During this period John continued his own craft exploration, teaching at Penland School of Crafts and continuing education at RIT.
In an effort to find a workplace where quality of life, woodworking and community held importance, John soon found his home working for Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers in Maine. It was in this wonderful state that John’s love for community, the human spirit, the earth and historic architecture was able to grow. His free time was spent renovating historic homes and eventually designing and building an 1800 style colonial – a true labor of love. From building stone walls to collecting sap for maple syrup, the love of process and craftsmanship became a cornerstone in all of John’s endeavors.
A designer for Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers for 18 years, John was able to share a significant role in the Company’s growth and development. Designing several product lines, John was awarded design patents and two IBD Design Awards. John’s passion for teaching the craft continued through leading several AIA lectures, teaching certified courses to interior designers, and starting up the Continuing Education in Woodworking at Maine College of Art. In 2004 John decided to bring his wife and four year old daughter back to his family’s homestead in Bucks County, PA. Now, as General Manager of George Nakashima Woodworker, he has once again found a community rich in appreciation for craft, family, and historic architecture.
In this new life, John has begun to further explore the concepts behind his personal work while focusing on the process of making traditional forms. Whether the pieces are oil rub finished or painted, he aims to reflect the process of making in the final piece, all in the hopes that the mark of the craftsperson and material can be celebrated.
