Curious New Brooch Design

I've been in the shop preparing for some upcoming shows (see "On the Road Again" a few posts back for a list of shows). With these pieces I was exploring space and weight. They are pretty far from anything I've created before.

Materials used are Cherry, Walnut, Titanium and Stainless Steel. All handmade in Pilsen, Chicago at Gustav Reyes Studio.

LOOKBOOK Nicole Polk

I find it very cool when appreciators of the work photograph themselves or the work and post it on social media sites. So cool in fact that I asked a few of them to create an informal LOOKBOOK. The first participant was Nicole Polk - I sent a few pieces to her in Hong Kong!

This is so awesome! I love the creative way of incorporating the jewelry.


You may also check out Nicole's blog post!
http://www.jellimama.com/2013/07/08/gustav-reyes/

On the road again...

Here is a heads up on the upcoming shows I will be participating in for the next couple months! Hopefully, I'll see you at one of them!

BAMArts Fair 
Bellevue Arts Museum - Bellevue, Washington 
JULY 26, 27, & 28, 2013

American Craft Council San Francisco
San Francisco, California
AUGUST 2, 3, & 4, 2013

LOOT at MAD
Museum of Modern Art and Design - New York, NY
October 1 - 5, 2013

Ingrained at Patina Gallery
Santa Fe, New Mexico
OCTOBER 4 - 27, 2013

One of a Kind Show Chicago
Merchandise Mart - Chicago, IL
DECEMBER 5, 6, 7, & 8, 2013

*If you think you'll be able to make it to one of the shows, let me know! For most of them I receive free or discounted passes!

Smithsonian Craft Bound

The Smithsonian Craft Show is coming up at the end of this month in Washington DC. Until then, I'll be in the shop. Check out the new design I developed today. SmithsonianCraftShow.org

Ebonized Wood

Ebonized Wood Process

I have been experimenting with ebonizing the bent wood pieces. I am excited about the sleek and sophisticated look of the ebonized wood.

Ebonizing wood is a chemical process that occurs inside the wood. No pigment or colorant is added, it is an actual chemical reaction. What happens between vinegar and steel when Tannic acid is introduced changes the color of the wood to black. This process occurs naturally in nature to bog wood.

Ebonised White Oak Knot

Gustav Reyes welcomes you home!

Gustav Reyes Home Collection


Last year I released my new line of Home accents. The work is infused with a deep appreciation for nature’s gift of wood. Each piece is created with the idea that the home is a sacred place and should be occupied by objects that enhance and enrich the space and the inhabitants.


I strive to continue the philosophy of some of my wood working inspirations of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, Gustav Stickley, Sam Maloof and the likes whose work was based on the integrity of fine craftsmanship.


View this work on my online shop, here.

GR Home Lamp in Hickory & Walnut

GR Home Lamp in Cherry & Walnut

GR Home Napkin Ring

Napkin ring in Walnut

Napkin ring in Cherry

Napkin ring in Hickory