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I have over 24 years of woodworking experience ranging from general carpentry to cabinet making. My training came from books and a lot of determination. In 1998, I became a professional woodworker and starting carving rocking horses and carousel art. The following year, I won a nationwide contest with the Smithsonian Postal Museum for the best rural mailbox (that was a kick!). As much as I enjoyed carving, I continued to challenge myself to expand my knowledge of woodworking techniques. I bought a lathe in 2004. It wasn't long until I was making high end lamps with exotic, tropical hardwoods and fine inlay. After about a hundred lamps, I was ready for a new challenge.
When a client asled me to make a desk, I made that and then another desk and then a cabinet. Without realizing it initially, I had transitioned from lamps to furniture, which is where I am today. It will take a good ten years until I'm ready to move on to
something else. My business is named after my mother, Mary McKee. I wanted to honor her for a lifetime of memories.
Feathers in my Cap!
My unique, full-sized carved horse wowed both the judges and fellow woodworkers. This award-winning carving was featured on National Public Radio’s show All Things Considered .
In 2001, I carved a memorial for the 9/11 tragedy which was donated to the City and County of Honolulu. It now resides in the City Hall in Kapolei, Hawaii.
In 2007, I was featured on the Home and Garden Television's Show, "That's Clever!" (episode 331)
Retail Showrooms and ExhibitionsA limited selection of my work is currently available at the Nohea gallery in Honolulu and Island Treasures Gallery in Kailua.
My work has also been exhibited at the Martin and MacArthur Gallery, the Koa Gallery, the Home and Garden Show and numerous Woods of Hawaii Shows.
