About

Justin James was born in South London in 1970 and has been based in Aspall, Suffolk since 2013. His interest in creating art and sculpture began in his teens and was pursued at Chelsea Art College in the 1990s. His early years were spent developing multi-disciplinary skills as he looked to find his niche, and wood soon became central to his work.

Justin takes inspiration for his designs from the hidden gems he finds in rural and urban landscapes, seeing shapes and possibilities in both the poetic and prosaic.

Justin’s passion for the lifecycle of a tree sees him work through each stage, from felling and curing to the final product. His bespoke furniture and sculptural designs are sourced sustainably from his trees in Aspall at the end of their lifespan.