Fredrik Sahlström

I delve into the world of woodworking, focusing specifically on the art of splitting wood. Embracing the philosophy of working along the grain, not against it, I allow the material’s inherent characteristics to guide the process. When I break industrially processed wood, I never know what to expect. In the split, there’s a transformation from a smooth perfect surface to something uncontrolled and unexpected.

The act of splitting serves as a conduit, unveiling intricate patterns within the material itself as it fragments under the tensions of its own structure. This makes me an active listener in continuous dialogue with the material, weaving in and out of control and surrender.