Flow

Adrian McCurdy’s lifelong connection with wood has shaped a unique practice where fine art and craftsmanship merge. Each piece is an exploration of form, texture, and process—guided as much by the material itself as by the maker’s hand. From his Scottish Borders workshop, Adrian embraces the raw authenticity of riven wood, using hand tools to release the natural shapes hidden within each log. His designs emerge gradually, responding to the wood’s grain, character, and history—sometimes years after a log is first selected. Whether working with storm-felled trees or quartered oak, his approach is deeply mindful of traditional techniques.

The flow of oak grain is a constant feature in this new exhibition. Inspired by local rivers and ponds, the natural patterns of wood grain take on a pictorial quality.