![In Our Own Words](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_fc1e2c4d96.jpg 1565w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_eb089b3ad2.jpg 725w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_df8686b8af.jpg 320w)
In Our Own Words
cherry, poplar, assorted hardwoods / 2013This exhibition wall piece was a vehicle for exploring techniques — gilding, marbling, image transfer, grain filling, carving, sandblasting, dying, and more.
![Table Wovenlegs Low FS2](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76348/Table-Wovenlegs-Low-FS2_341207b1f1.jpg 560w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76348/Table-Wovenlegs-Low-FS2_d79ff68027.jpg 280w)
- About
Brian Wurst is the lead instructor in Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Wood program. He began his career as a commercial architect, then transitioned to the more hands-on, personal-scale role of woodworker. From his Asheville studio he has since fashioned work across two decades for galleries, homes, and businesses in the region and beyond. While teaching full-time, Brian still undertakes occasional exhibition pieces and commissions that feature curves, exploration of techniques, and regionally-inspired natural themes.
- Region
- Asheville, NC
- Professional Status
- Educator, maker
- Status
- Member until Oct 5, 2022
Portfolio
![Cabinet for Edna Walker](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76370/Cabinet-EdnaWalker2_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76370/Cabinet-EdnaWalker2_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Cabinet for Edna Walker](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76370/Cabinet-EdnaWalker2_43899247e8.jpg)
Cabinet for Edna Walker
mahogany, quartersawn white oak, silver / 2017 28 × 18 × 18![Curve Chair](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76365/Chair-CurveA1_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76365/Chair-CurveA1_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Curve Chair](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76365/Chair-CurveA1_43899247e8.jpg)
Curve Chair
cherry, maple, upholstery 32 ×18 × 18![Wovenlegs Table](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76366/Table-Wovenlegs-Low_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76366/Table-Wovenlegs-Low_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Wovenlegs Table](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76366/Table-Wovenlegs-Low_43899247e8.jpg)
Wovenlegs Table
maple, glass / 2018 30 × 18![Calla Mirror](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76368/Mirror-Calla1_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76368/Mirror-Calla1_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Calla Mirror](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76368/Mirror-Calla1_43899247e8.jpg)
Calla Mirror
cherry, maple, glass / 2017 36 × 14 × 3![In Our Own Words](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![In Our Own Words](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76376/InOurOwn1-composite_43899247e8.jpg)
In Our Own Words
cherry, poplar, assorted hardwoods / 2013This exhibition wall piece was a vehicle for exploring techniques — gilding, marbling, image transfer, grain filling, carving, sandblasting, dying, and more.
![Built In](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76372/Weinrib-BuiltIn1_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76372/Weinrib-BuiltIn1_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Built In](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76372/Weinrib-BuiltIn1_43899247e8.jpg)
Built In
cherry, eucalyptus, plywood / 2012 99 × 35 × 23![Bamboo Mirror](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76369/Mirror-Bamboo2_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76369/Mirror-Bamboo2_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Bamboo Mirror](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76369/Mirror-Bamboo2_43899247e8.jpg)
Bamboo Mirror
bubinga, maple, glass / 2019 35 × 28 × 3![Cattail Clock](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76371/Clock-Cattail1A_3fe5a4b47d.jpg 700w, https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76371/Clock-Cattail1A_25afb2ffff.jpg 375w)
![Cattail Clock](https://furnsoc.org/media/sized/memberwork/brian-wurst/76371/Clock-Cattail1A_43899247e8.jpg)