Ep. 95: Jeffro Uitto, International Driftwood Artist

On the Washington coast there’s a place where nature’s driftwood gets a second chance at stardom and continued beauty. The place is in Jeffro Uitto’s studio, where the artist is making the magic happen. Since he was young, Jeffro has been creating with his favorite medium. The finding of each piece of wood for his sculpture is part of his process. In due time the varied sticks, slabs, and roots are cured, and he then goes to work. Growing up on the ocean with the mountains near by, there was no shortage of inspiration. He started by carving small objects and creating forts and structures on the beach at a very young age. It was in high school that he realized a large potential of what he could create. With encouragement from a close family friend, he stepped into the world of organic furniture, that soon led him into the endless possibility of sculpture, often mixing the two. He feels it is important to celebrate natural forms without imposing his will on the materials. The result is his authentic style with a feeling of energy and life owing through it. Jeffro has placed his monumental sculptures & commissioned creations with collectors around the US and an International Museum. He continues to increase exhibits of his artworks in galleries & museums. For more information about his work visit his Facebook and Instagram pages @jeffrouitto