Baker Brothers

Sunday 27 May 2012

Distillery Art Market - May 26 & 27, 2012


Thank you to everyone who took the time to stop and say hello - I appreciate your time, and truly enjoyed some great conversations. It was encouraging to hear so many positive comments about my work.

Hope that we talk again soon.
Blair



Friday 25 May 2012

Sneak Preview!!

The Aviator Chairs are complete and they look amazing!! Custom cowide leather seat was superbly upholstered by a local company - JR Custom Upholstery in Pickering.




Friday 18 May 2012

Exciting News!

Blair has been selected to showcase his work at the Distillery Art Market on May 26th & 27th

Check out the event on Facebook!
For more details, head on over to the Distillery Art Market site
Please email Blair if you have any questions : bakerbrothers@bell.net
We hope to see you there!

Monday 14 May 2012

Presenting the Baker Brothers version of the Aviator Chair....

Distinct features:
  • hand crafted (by Blair) with quality materials purchased from a local supplier (Mar-Lyn Lumber)
  • solid wood frame
  • wings are hand molded from ozidized aluminum, and over 2000 "#6 Robertson" screws
  • customized seat dimensions for ultimate comfort
  • superior quality cowhide leather seat and chair back
Here are some photos of  the chair in the making - the finished piece will follow....





Wednesday 2 May 2012







"Endless" is a unique carving made from a birch burl. Blair had his eye on the rounded growth for about 20 years, checking frequently on the tree's destiny. Once the birch tree was dying, Blair fell the tree and cut the burl from the trunk.

The project began, using only hand tools to meticulously remove the bark, and smooth the wood. After each carving session the burl was kept saturated, and wrapped in cloth to help the wood cure. The grain seemed to come to life as Blair carved the burl, stopping when he reached what he first envisoned in his mind.

The name "Endless" is quite ironic. It was after the completion of this piece that Blair came to the realization that he gets an incredible sense of pride and satisfaction when other people appreciate and see what he sees. This was actually the beginning of a new venture....