I am a self taught maker of stringed musical instruments, mainly violins, violas and viols. I am inspired by historical instruments especially those in the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. I also enjoy repairing violins, etc especially ones that have been played and cherished by people who are no longer able to play and can be used by new players. It is always a delight bring to life an unused instrument and hear to sound again, as it is to hear a new instrument sounding for the first time