Todd Bradlee moved to Bishop, CA from Boston, MA for his passion of rock climbing and brought with him his love and natural talent for woodcrafting.

Todd began his career as a carpenter at the age of 18 and has evolved on this path to building custom furniture.  Todd blends his artistry with precision and attention to detail.  His innovative style and keen eye for domestic and exotic woods along with practical knowledge and experience allows him to construct each unique piece of furniture with the highest standard of quality.  His designs are one of a kind.

"Much of my inspiration comes from the world around me, the world within me and the interplay between the two.  I find that I am constantly inspired by my surroundings in nature and by other artists past and present.  In the fall of 2004 I was fortunate to share space with the Fort Point Cabinetmakers in Boston, MA.  This afforded me a valuable opportunity to work among and learn from these experienced and talented woodworkers.  However, to borrow a quote from a fellow woodworker, Gary Spykman, I would label myself as 'self educated' as opposed to 'self taught.'  I prefer the former because it reminds me that all of the great masters before me and those who are currently around me have all contributed to my skills and knowledge as a woodworker. "

Todd's passion for wood and rock climbing has led him to travel all around the world.  He spent four years in France, observing the old fashion way of furniture making, and he traveled through the Middle East, Australia, and all over the States, always with his sketchbook in his pocket, drawing new designs.  His work is inspired by all the cultures he encounters, and his love for Asian art.

galleries/shows

trios gallery                    san diego ca  2006, 2010

gallery m                        half moon bay, ca  2006

pegasus gallery              bishop, ca        2005

design in wood               san diego, ca    2005    *design award for bench

american art festival       sacramento, ca   2005

mammoth art show         mammoth lakes, ca   2005

education

BS University of Massachusetts, 1994