life in Gualala

                     windswept gnarled doug fir

                     our tough as nails paradise 

sunset over the Pacific

from a ridgetop in Gualala

(photo and haiku by barry semegran) 

Born and raised in New York City, I was able to take advantage of a broad range of cultural facilities and activities. My earliest interests, however, definitely were science oriented and this carried through my first years of academic study at UC San Diego pursuing chemistry and marine biology.

Finding modern scientific thought to be too much analysis and not enough synthesis, I began studying Philosophy at UC Santa Barbara, especially Ancient Greek Philosophy. Known as the "Queen of the Sciences", Philosophy afforded me the opportunity to contemplate the most general principles such as being, goodness, and beauty and to study other's attempts to become enlightened or understand these things. I continued with post-graduate work in Ancient Greek Philosophy and Classics at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

My interest in art and aesthetics stem from my fascination with the beauty inherent in every aspect of our universe, be it on the microscopic level all the way to the galactic. My abilities in art or craft stem most likely in part from my genetic inheritance combined with my persistence in learning, as well as I can, whatever subject grabs my interest and concentration. Woodworking has done so for more than 25 years.

I make custom tables, blanket chests, easels, lamps, screens, beds, built-ins and lathe turned accessories for many of the spectacular homes along the Mendocino/Sonoma coast. Living in redwood country affords me the opportunity to built outdoor furniture using this beautiful and durable wood. Now you can purchase my creations no matter where you live. Please explore my web site and contact me for further information.

Barry Semegran
PO Box 776
Gualala, CA 95445
707/884-4606
barrysemegran.com

TESTIMONIALS

"Barry Semegran is a master furniture builder of incomparable skill 
  and vision.   Our home is filled with many of his lovely pieces."

                                                          -- M. & B.  C., The Sea Ranch, CA

"I was out of town when the chest ...was delivered.  Your beautiful

chest!  I was bowled over by its beauty and craftsmanship...we hope

you might be talked into another commission."

                                                             --R. C., Ojai, CA  

"Thank you again for your fine craftsmanship.  We are very pleased.  Enclosed

is your balance due with a little extra for you. ...We  will have the opportunity

 to show off your fine work, each time someone enters our home.

I'm certain your skills will be in great demand and we would

be very happy to recommend you to anyone."

                                                               --C. & B. D., Gualala, CA