Why We Make Things and Why It Matters: The Education of a Craftsman

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Exploring the essence of creative practice, Korn shares his journey from an Ivy League upbringing to becoming a carpenter and furniture designer, ultimately founding the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Maine. Rather than a practical guide, he delves into the deeper motivations behind craftsmanship and the personal and societal impacts of creating. Through four decades of experience, Korn reflects on how the act of making shapes our identities and reveals profound insights about ourselves, offering an introspective and poignant narrative.