Samuel Gathje
Bandsaw Box #1Basswood, Milkpaint, Shellac5 3/4” x 3 1/4” x 3 1/4”2016
Photo by Evan Sowder
Photo by Evan Sowder
BackstaySoft Maple, Linen Thread, Steel3’ x 4’ x 1’ (Dimensions variable)2017
Photo courtesy of the artist
Photo courtesy of the artist
Sami Style KnifeCurly Birch, Leather, Steel2” x 1 1/2” x 8 1/2”2016
Photo by Evan Sowder
Photo by Evan Sowder
Kitchen Set(Carved at Holden Village)Alder, Milk Paint, Walnut Oil, OakDimensions variable2018
Photo by Ryan Parker
Photo by Ryan Parker
Myths are made by the telling. With reverence for heritage traditions of his Scandinavian ancestry as well as his father and grandfather, Sam Gathje’s work beautifully wedges function with form. The material, object and concept are considered as part of a living system. Through heartfelt and earned expertise, Gathje's work continues to brighten the pantheon of craft and art.
-Ian CarstensSamuel Gathje
Sam Gathje is an artist and craftsperson from Rochester, Minnesota. A third generation carpenter, Sam draws on 13+ years of commercial construction experience in a studio practice that focuses on memory, material, and mark making. He is currently a graduate student and instructor of record at Montana State University.
In addition to being a featured artist with Glass Breakfast you can find Samuel Gathje's work at samgathje.com and on Instagram.