From Scrap Wood to Artistic Mastery: The Design Journey

The Serendipitous Discovery:

In the early days of Suzy Lakeside, our founder's artistic journey started humbly, crafting art from scrap wood lying around. However, fate had more in store. On a routine drive to the tax preparer's office, a simple sign changed everything. "Free Wood." A detour led to a treasure trove—plywood, hardwoods, paneling, and OSB—all waiting to be transformed into something beautiful.

Car loaded with an eclectic mix, she soon discovered the ever-changing landscape of this wood haven. Every visit brought a new assortment, a surprise waiting to be uncovered. The unpredictability became the essence of creativity—each piece of wood telling a unique story.

Discovering the Beauty Within:

From these unexpected finds, Suzy Lakeside emerged. The variety of wood available, from plywood to hardwoods, shaped the artistic process. What began as a collection of disparate wood evolved into a focused passion—wall art. The diverse materials forced an aesthetic evolution, a journey into recognizing the latent beauty within the discarded.

Crafting Beauty from Discarded Potential:

The heart of Suzy Lakeside lies in seeing potential where others see waste. It's about recognizing the value in what society discards and transforming it into something entirely new and beautiful. Each piece of wood carries a history, and our craft is about reshaping that history into a story of creativity and reinvention.

The Joy of the Creative Process:

For us, the creative process is not just about making art; it's an exhilarating adventure. It's the joy of taking a piece of forgotten wood and turning it into a work of art. It's the satisfaction of seeing the potential in something that was once considered throwaway.

Sharing the Journey:

Suzy Lakeside is not just about the art; it's about sharing the journey. The ever-changing landscape of free wood, the surprise of each find, and the transformation from discards to treasures—this process has a value that extends beyond the finished product.

Fun and Rewarding:

In the heart of this journey is the belief that the process should be enjoyable and rewarding. It's about finding joy in the unexpected, embracing the challenge of diverse materials, and celebrating the beauty that arises from the creative exploration of what others might discard.

Join us at Suzy Lakeside, where each piece of art is a testament to the joy, creativity, and discovery that comes from transforming the overlooked into the extraordinary. From scrap wood to artistic mastery, our story is one of continuous exploration and boundless creativity.