Creative and personal projects that reflect my interests, hobbies, and passion for innovation outside of academic and professional work, showcasing diverse skills and creativity.
Creative projects pursued in and outside of the UCLA Makerspace, exploring new techniques, testing equipment capabilities, and developing innovative solutions for personal interests and hobbies.

I bought a chef's knife blade made from 66 layers of Damascus steel, then handcrafted a walnut wood handle to complete it.

I found a beautiful piece of wood on a hike. I woodworked the wood into a picture frame.

Custom designed and crafted wooden charcuterie board featuring beautiful natural grain patterns and smooth curved edges, perfect for entertaining.

Laser engraved family photo with laser cut jigsaw shapes into eighth inch wood.