Spencer Dixon

About the Maker

Spencer Dixon

After over a decade in the digital realm working with 1's and 0's, I found myself yearning for a medium with a more tangible presence. My journey led me from the ephemeral world of code to the enduring substance of wood. As I trade keystrokes for chisel marks, I bring my problem-solving mindset and attention to user experience into a new domain.

My work embodies the belief that unscalable techniques contain soul, yet I will leverage technological advantages when they serve my artistic vision. Each piece represents a conversation between my dual identities: the technologist who values precision and problem-solving, and the craftsperson who craves tactile connection with materials.

This tension creates furniture that feels both timeless and contemporary — objects that my loved ones can appreciate without specialized knowledge, yet containing layers of complexity that reward deeper examination. I aim to create pieces that function practically within daily life while serving as physical manifestations of problem-solving, creativity, and the transformative relationship between maker and material.

Background

  • Center for Furniture Craftsmanship — Comprehensive program
  • Former founding CTO/CEO of Tuple
  • Based in Portland, Maine
Hand-forged bronze flower detail

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