North House Folk School

Lauren Newby is a woodworker, artist, and teacher based in the Upper Great Lakes. With a background that meanders through sculpture, timber framing, window making, and chairmaking, she is drawn to the joy of building complex forms with simple tools. Designing through the lens of green woodworking, Lauren creates expressive furniture that honors tradition while exploring the boundaries of form and material. Inspired by the sense of abundance, skills, stories and connection to the land in the North House community, she is enjoying her time as a participant in the Artisan Development Program. 

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