Introducing Lauren Henderson, the 2024 Vic Wood Scholarship recipient

We’re excited to announce Lauren Henderson as this year’s Vic Wood Scholarship recipient!

Lauren is a furniture designer maker based in Melbourne. After completing her apprenticeship and gaining experience as Lead Furniture Maker and Production Manager at West Wood Melbourne, Lauren has been out on her own this year while working as a teacher and mentor for woodworking students.

Lauren will be undertaking the Suikoushya woodworking course in Arashiyama, a town on the outskirts of Kyoto, Japan. Running for one month, the course includes an introduction to Japanese hand tools, visiting local tool stores, making a sharpening stone base and toolbox and learning various joins.

Congratulations Lauren!

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