Incredible Woodworker and His Workshop

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  • Опубліковано 6 січ 2014
  • For more than 40 years, Edward Wohl has been building exquisite custom furniture and cutting boards from select woods. Meet the designer and the home-based workshop he has carved out for himself in the beautiful driftless region of Wisconsin.
    Edward Wohl | 1942-2023 | Ridgeway, WI | R.I.P.
    Ed's Instagram: / edwardwohl
    Ed's website: www.edwardwohl.com
    Ed’s Facebook: / edwardwohlwoodworking
    Music
    Dietrich Gosser: www.dietrichgosser.bandcamp.com
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  • @LennardHartman
    @LennardHartman 7 років тому +292

    This is my dream. A nice property, a shop next to my house and a loving family to come home to

    • @davyrockxx1563
      @davyrockxx1563 7 років тому +13

      you and me alike !

    • @SithSereyPheap1
      @SithSereyPheap1 7 років тому +10

      May all your dreams come true Hartman.Lord ! He ain't askin for much.Give it to him....;)))))

    • @sethcormier7768
      @sethcormier7768 7 років тому

      LordSear1982 This is true, I live in Ct, its impossible to find anything for a reasonable price. I would love to live out in the country.

    • @tigertruckerman
      @tigertruckerman 7 років тому +2

      Lennard Hartman and mine i got a wife who dont speak to me kids think im hopeless and no money to get a house like this ever life truly sucks some people so lucky

    • @MaghoxFr
      @MaghoxFr 7 років тому +9

      Mine too. But property are prohibitively expensive and good girls are extinct.

  • @gradeez
    @gradeez 4 роки тому +63

    I've quit my good-paying job as an engineer and started doing woodworking which I do in the shop at the back of my house. I have never been happier!

    • @Sy2023hk
      @Sy2023hk 3 роки тому +1

      I'd like to do the same

    • @giusepperesponte8077
      @giusepperesponte8077 2 роки тому +4

      Good on you for foregoing comfort and security to do what you love. At least I assume you love it if you left a good job for it. Hopefully you can make money off of woodworking before you run out of money. Hope it works out for you.

    • @domepiece11
      @domepiece11 Рік тому +2

      I feel like every engineer wishes they had just went to trade school.

    • @marcinspace
      @marcinspace Рік тому +1

      good on ya man! I think of getting back into it full time my self

    • @manlyhallresearch9785
      @manlyhallresearch9785 Рік тому

      Good for you!

  • @timdoyon1964
    @timdoyon1964 Рік тому +9

    I’m moving my shop into a 12’ x 24’ shed… it’s kinda small, but way more space than I’m used too. I just wanted to tell you that I enjoyed your video. You sir, are living my dream. That’s a beautiful home/land/shop you have there. I’m 58 and retired due to health reasons. They recently found six tumors on my liver and both kidneys. I hope to have about 5 years left, and plan on living out the rest of my days in my shop. It is, my happy place… I love it so much. I hope this msg finds you in good health. I just wanted to say “hi”. Take care sir. 🤝🏻

    • @afrwscvfaZx
      @afrwscvfaZx 8 місяців тому

      أتمنى من الله سبحانه وتعالى أن يشافيك ويعافيك ويمن عليك بالصحة وطول العمر انشاء الله وسبحان ربك رب العزة عما يصفون وسلام على المرسلين والحمد لله رب العالمين

  • @dublplus3332
    @dublplus3332 3 роки тому +2

    Winning at life. Well played dude.

  • @HarrisJoseHJ
    @HarrisJoseHJ 3 роки тому +2

    Beautiful 💖

  • @previouslyachimp
    @previouslyachimp 4 роки тому +117

    You've played the game of life very well Sir, good health to you and yours! :)

  • @sandymclea
    @sandymclea 3 місяці тому +2

    What an inspiration...

  • @bunsoft2
    @bunsoft2 2 роки тому +1

    Simply wonderful.

  • @Zackfish12345
    @Zackfish12345 4 роки тому +183

    This guy is literally living my dream. And I only live about an hour from him!

    • @briantomberlin7602
      @briantomberlin7602 4 роки тому +1

      Mine to but I live in southern Brazil😊

    • @GGg-ug3jr
      @GGg-ug3jr 4 роки тому +5

      Same here. I'm working towards it, and this was a well needed motivation.

    • @DanSwanson2070
      @DanSwanson2070 4 роки тому

      I’m in N. Illinois, love Spring Green. So did Frank Lloyd Wright

    • @racekrasser7869
      @racekrasser7869 4 роки тому +1

      get to work then!

    • @jacksorsky343
      @jacksorsky343 4 роки тому +3

      go get an apprenticeship

  • @dreamer541
    @dreamer541 4 роки тому +6

    294 thumbs down, wow!!! Have we lost our sense of appreciation for amazing work and dedication to art?

  • @kribjo
    @kribjo 7 років тому +1

    What a great way of looking at life. Lovely sense of humour.

  • @MySpace662
    @MySpace662 7 років тому +152

    Working with wood is like therapeutic treatment for your mind.

  • @THEinSEnDeaieri
    @THEinSEnDeaieri 4 роки тому +18

    wtf the quality of this documentary is incredible.

  • @lozinja
    @lozinja 4 роки тому +38

    Thank you UA-cam algorithm for showing me Eric and his craft in this wholesome video.

    • @tiddlytimmeh9649
      @tiddlytimmeh9649 4 роки тому +1

      ... 5 years to late lol

    • @lozinja
      @lozinja 4 роки тому

      @@tiddlytimmeh9649 Yeah it only came up on my feed the otherday. UA-cam giving out the rewind love. Ha!

    • @tiddlytimmeh9649
      @tiddlytimmeh9649 4 роки тому +1

      @@lozinja awwwww its rewind time

  • @abiyyunst8355
    @abiyyunst8355 4 роки тому +1

    I like this uncle and she work

  • @sherylkessler2256
    @sherylkessler2256 5 років тому +1

    Simply beautiful ❤️

  • @gmoore6166
    @gmoore6166 5 років тому +10

    Living the dream! Great story, I’m retired after being a welder, fabricator and machinist for 36 years and now spend most of my days woodworking which has always been a passionate hobby of mine for as long as I can remember. It’s great to see someone who loves what they do. There’s something extra special about working with and building with wood!

  • @thomass7771
    @thomass7771 5 років тому +638

    I always said it was a shame they removed woodshop, welding, and mechanics shop from schools. Imagine how many more kids could be introduced to the world of crafting or how many wouldn't be craftsman today if they didnt off them back In the day. It's sad they remove the fun parts of school and just teach to pass a test

    • @amarug
      @amarug 5 років тому +19

      yes! .... instead of ending in some cubicle garbage undefined "communications" job in the corporate soul sucking bullshit

    • @lucspook
      @lucspook 5 років тому +9

      they ended wood shop in my school the year i left, i loved it much i became a joiner. So i think its sad that kids now would rather play computer games than make something to be proud of

    • @Nehbur
      @Nehbur 5 років тому +20

      Corporations need slaves to generate their dividents. They don't want self employment.

    • @jakobfolmar6604
      @jakobfolmar6604 5 років тому +6

      My 13 year old is in woodshop this year.

    • @tonybp965
      @tonybp965 5 років тому +5

      Thomas S Yeah that's a shame isn't it? This generation of kids are computerized.

  • @silvermediastudio
    @silvermediastudio 4 роки тому +4

    "Why don't you just build it? I didn't need any more encouragement than that." Love it.

  • @robertsalmon6893
    @robertsalmon6893 7 років тому +26

    A genius with a sense of humor.

  • @musamor75
    @musamor75 5 років тому +4

    This poor, sad world needs more beautiful souls like Edward to give it more light. What an inspiration. Thank you os much for sharing.

  • @michaellarson3824
    @michaellarson3824 7 років тому +141

    Ed is a great friend, amazing craftsman, and mentor. If you are lucky in life, you meet a person who changes your life in the most positive and inspiring way, Ed is that to me.
    Michael

    • @brainwashington1332
      @brainwashington1332 4 роки тому +1

      44 ppl who doesnt know (never knew) ed or you liked ur comment

    • @albertledesma5173
      @albertledesma5173 4 роки тому +1

      Michael Larson I call BS.

    • @michaellarson3824
      @michaellarson3824 4 роки тому

      @@albertledesma5173 lol

    • @timothy1540
      @timothy1540 4 роки тому +2

      you are a lucky man for knowing this man

    • @ricdonato4328
      @ricdonato4328 4 роки тому +1

      Michael, “...if your...”, should read “...if you are or you’re...”. Grammar 101: that which follow your belongs to the person you are conversing with.

  • @tonystakis8960
    @tonystakis8960 5 років тому

    I'm an industrial/furniture designer in N.Y.C/LA I would like to know who are the 166 people that gave this video a thumbs down?
    This is brilliant work! BRAVO!

  • @cncwoodworxroc6881
    @cncwoodworxroc6881 7 років тому +1

    He stated, at the beginning of the video, just about everything a woodworker has ever thought :). Perfect.

  • @AlexanderHonsVonEber
    @AlexanderHonsVonEber 4 роки тому +10

    Love the sticker that says
    “ I would rather be reading Bukowski”
    Haha awesome man... your art is impeccable.. gorgeous.

    • @hardboy1864
      @hardboy1864 4 роки тому

      one of my all time favorite authors

  • @ascension9
    @ascension9 4 роки тому +17

    And he still has all his fingers!

  • @1981pjt
    @1981pjt 2 місяці тому +1

    I think I went to school with his daughter 🤔
    And the woodwork is so beautiful ❤❤i love it

    • @1981pjt
      @1981pjt 2 місяці тому

      Yup I was right😊

  • @beyondjourney
    @beyondjourney 5 років тому

    Gentle man life is very simple and best as millions dream about.

  • @aaronf4201
    @aaronf4201 4 роки тому +41

    I’m lucky enough to do the exact same thing in England. I love my life and consider myself very lucky.

    • @portlyoldman
      @portlyoldman 4 роки тому +1

      Aaron F- I'm absolutely sure you made your own luck mate 😇👍

    • @ggc7318
      @ggc7318 4 роки тому +1

      Congratulations!

  • @diggerdeb
    @diggerdeb 7 років тому +67

    What a pleasure to watch. A true craftsman.

  • @sergiocanalini3979
    @sergiocanalini3979 4 роки тому

    Sei una persona meravigliosa a creare tutte queste cose in legno, per la casa. Tutto questo proviene dal tuo cuore e dall'anima che c'è in te. Grazie mille ciao.

  • @alexpsyt
    @alexpsyt 4 роки тому +2

    Who could ever give this a thumbs down . It made me feel good watching it !

  • @rokpodlogar6062
    @rokpodlogar6062 4 роки тому +9

    this may look like a dream, but it's hard work. hard work you will never be able to endure, much less enjoy, unless it's really your essence. finding your essence in life, that's the tricky part.

    • @011earlthusi
      @011earlthusi 4 роки тому

      True. The perceived simplicity hides a lot. Sacrifices were made

  • @amarug
    @amarug 5 років тому +10

    i watch this video like every few months, never fails to put a smile on my face. the more the world gets littered with nondescript, garbage office jobs in figuratively obese companies, the more i get fascinated with people who have actual skills...

  • @williamlott7612
    @williamlott7612 3 роки тому

    Don’t know how I stumbled on this video but glad I did. Wonderful. Darlington, South Carolina

  • @jimsmirh2255
    @jimsmirh2255 6 років тому

    Edward is the sort of human that should be a 'celebrity'.

  • @barmetler
    @barmetler 4 роки тому +25

    This guy is more energetic than me, running around, playing tennis like that...
    And I'm only 19...

    • @carlreynolds5657
      @carlreynolds5657 4 роки тому

      This woodworking book is absolutely comprehensive, *www.WoodPlanner. xyz*
      It breaks every little thing down, using words, drawings, real photos, and different diagrams. It is incredibly informative and helps me feel like I can help my brother while we make our furniture together. . .

  • @beanstalker3292
    @beanstalker3292 4 роки тому +63

    Every man deserves his own house a workshop and his own tennis court.....

    • @tlahuicolexiii2844
      @tlahuicolexiii2844 3 роки тому +1

      Tennis Court?

    • @jarrettrasmussen4770
      @jarrettrasmussen4770 3 роки тому

      Tlahuicole XIII tennis court damn straight

    • @tlahuicolexiii2844
      @tlahuicolexiii2844 3 роки тому

      @@jarrettrasmussen4770 Maybe because ive never played 🎾... Seems like it would be entertaining now that i think about it lol...

    • @jarrettrasmussen4770
      @jarrettrasmussen4770 3 роки тому

      Tlahuicole XIII oh it’s a great sport. Loads of fun

    • @pydzio
      @pydzio 3 роки тому

      I disagree. This guy has worked hard and was passionate about his job, so he could afford a tennis court. If everyone could get it without an effort, we would get lazy as fuck.

  • @MK-xb4ws
    @MK-xb4ws 4 роки тому +2

    I feel that smile on his face after he finishes the lamp he made. Feels so good to complete something

  • @palkiaking6802
    @palkiaking6802 3 роки тому

    I’m first generation woodworker in my family would love to pass it down to my kids. Just as you have.

  • @r.waynefournier4283
    @r.waynefournier4283 4 роки тому +5

    You live a tranquil life in a beautiful place, sir. You are blessed.

  • @salv434
    @salv434 7 років тому +58

    unbelievable video....this is art

  • @uldymuldy
    @uldymuldy 4 роки тому

    Wonderful! Most important is your heart in these works. Ikea is dead meat. Mass production. So keep running!

  • @Carsick8
    @Carsick8 5 років тому

    These people are living the American dream!

  • @tribesmann8800
    @tribesmann8800 7 років тому +25

    Your love goes into your work and it shows !

  • @rodneymounsey4168
    @rodneymounsey4168 4 роки тому +4

    Oh lucky man! Your smile says it all.

  • @r.lorenzo2937
    @r.lorenzo2937 7 років тому

    Wow!! ...There are still wonderful people around!!

  • @scott5747
    @scott5747 3 роки тому +1

    Nicely shot and edited piece. Cheers

  • @PatheticPeasant
    @PatheticPeasant 3 роки тому +4

    After tons of amateurish woodworks clogging the UA-cam algorithm I finally get to see a true craftsman. This guy is up there with the likes of Sam Maloof and James Krenov. Very inspiring. Guys like this drives me to be the best I can be at everything I do, whether it's working or making knives. I hope to have property and a nice little shop someday.

  • @mikecourteau6567
    @mikecourteau6567 7 років тому +11

    Mr Wohl, you are a true artist and craftsman.

  • @aarontrujillo2048
    @aarontrujillo2048 5 місяців тому

    Rest in Peace Mr. Wohl.... Your style and work is legendary. I always come to this video to sneak and look at your inventions and get inspiration for ideas.... Your lifelong craftmanship of the Art will forever be unmatched. I'm absolutely sure they have a shop in Heaven and you are surrounded by "thee" best our World has ever known.

  • @johncullinan8041
    @johncullinan8041 4 роки тому

    Wonderful video, celebrating a wonderful woodworker. A joy to watch and a really cool end lol.

  • @SRKSEP3
    @SRKSEP3 4 роки тому +4

    This is called a passionate living
    Wish i could be the same
    God bless you Edward Sir

  • @lezbeon
    @lezbeon 5 років тому +55

    How many of you want a birds eye maple cutting board now?

  • @amazingjimmy441
    @amazingjimmy441 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing

  • @bochereauaugerghislain4561
    @bochereauaugerghislain4561 5 років тому

    vous vous montrez sous votre mailleur jour ,vraiment ,merci,pour cette embellie de votre conscription ,un rayon de soleil et un clair de lune

  • @iwmiwannamake7604
    @iwmiwannamake7604 7 років тому +4

    And after decades of doing the same thing, his work still makes him smile. Love this man!

  • @fraserking2568
    @fraserking2568 4 роки тому +4

    What a thoroughly wonderful, talented, and happy man.

  • @futurecaredesign
    @futurecaredesign 4 роки тому +1

    I love the fact he is so humble and mentions his mentor that taught him the trade.

  • @vondahe
    @vondahe 4 роки тому +1

    I so admire people who have the talent and resolve to create something. Last time I made something was a wood duck for my father in 4th or 5th grade. Four decades later he still has it in his living room.

  • @HeReigns0950
    @HeReigns0950 4 роки тому +7

    Love the Manuel Drafting design no computer. Pen and paper there is something special to that. Great video thanks for the insight!

  • @Beatlefan67
    @Beatlefan67 7 років тому +3

    What an absolute joy. Greetings and peace from England.

  • @markrigsby2425
    @markrigsby2425 4 роки тому

    What a Happy Man!

  • @DMWBN3
    @DMWBN3 5 років тому +1

    Master at work.
    Those boxes are high end!!
    Never mind your fancy high end commercial names, this is beautiful, simple and timeless.

  • @cliffkhan8753
    @cliffkhan8753 7 років тому +15

    The secret to life is happiness. Clearly you are there. I only hope I get there to.

  • @LaFabriqueDIY
    @LaFabriqueDIY 7 років тому +40

    This is beautiful, thank you for this video

    • @georgewalters7748
      @georgewalters7748 6 років тому +1

      @Chuck That's a great idea. By the way here are the best woodworking plans online: YesWood. xyz

    • @michaelreyes4610
      @michaelreyes4610 6 років тому +1

      That's a good idea. By the way here are the best woodworking plans on the internet: NiceWood.xyz

  • @Nawgul
    @Nawgul 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful man and a beautiful artisan

  • @EleftheriaAnthi
    @EleftheriaAnthi 4 роки тому

    Such a great group of people!! Awesome last scene!!so funny..

  • @tbd0984
    @tbd0984 5 років тому +3

    Loved every moment, especially the large racket for the finale shot ( I laughed so hard I woke my roommate), I will continue to observe and learn, thank you good sir

  • @BSMikkel
    @BSMikkel 5 років тому +5

    I like everything about this short film.

  • @andjunglepunkthirteen760
    @andjunglepunkthirteen760 5 років тому

    What a beautiful man.

  • @ginoasci2876
    @ginoasci2876 4 роки тому +1

    God bless you and your family.
    You’re the luckiest man on earth.
    It doesn’t get better than how you have it.
    Ciao !

  • @edkemper4385
    @edkemper4385 7 років тому +34

    You are definitely an Artist. Great eyes and great hands. What style.

    • @yukkineko5264
      @yukkineko5264 4 роки тому

      outstanding work guys! Thanks for the great video

  • @benjaminsantiago7802
    @benjaminsantiago7802 6 років тому +3

    RESPECT Sir. The world could do with a few more people who fill it with beautiful things.

  • @pavanjoshi9054
    @pavanjoshi9054 4 роки тому

    What a wonderful life...! And beautiful work👍👍👍

  • @manojthakur9460
    @manojthakur9460 4 роки тому

    Artist of wood.........salute to you sir

  • @IanRM
    @IanRM 7 років тому +7

    What a pleasant guy. Enjoyable video, thanks.

  • @crappo8459
    @crappo8459 4 роки тому +3

    You have a beautiful place and a awesome shop !

  • @Traderjoe
    @Traderjoe 7 років тому +9

    I love the concept of perfection and smoothness everywhere, even in hidden areas. It makes it organic to me.

  • @thetomster7625
    @thetomster7625 7 років тому +2

    that furniture wouldn't fit into my home esthetically, but boy what a nice work and design. And with the woodshop close to his home, this guy is living my dream o.O hell, even more so, overall this guy is living my dream

  • @jumperstartful
    @jumperstartful 7 років тому +39

    When I retired I bounced around looking for something to do. I recalled that the most fun I had in school was wood shop, in the 7th grade. i realized that college and I weren't made for each other. But I have no sense of design. I made a pool cue and fell in love with birds eye maple. I was very fortunate to find a small house on twenty acres in the mountains that i could afford. Funny how life works.

  • @geoffcarter6924
    @geoffcarter6924 4 роки тому +8

    His internal contentment shows in his work.....

  • @girigurung5092
    @girigurung5092 5 років тому

    Thanks for the clip. I have just started woodworking and I'm 43. I have just spent most of my Christmas holiday to make a jewellery box for my daughter. When I have it to her, all polished and shiny, the look in her face ,, priceless. Now I'm thinking making a box for my wife.

  • @mollyrockers2401
    @mollyrockers2401 3 роки тому

    Absolutely delightful, thank you for sharing. Peter Atkin, Sheffield, England.

  • @beckyb8929
    @beckyb8929 5 років тому +5

    thank you for this zen break in my workday - this was better than meditating. Your shop is so clean. Beautiful designs and wood. Great life, congratulations!

  • @1019nino
    @1019nino 6 років тому +30

    Who thumbs down videos like these? I'm mean really! It's pure bliss and inspiration.
    Can't give a big enough hug for all the joy I'm feeling. A tip of the hat to you, good sir!!

    • @zoesdada8923
      @zoesdada8923 5 років тому

      Take a look at his prices. Then youll maybe understand.

    • @zoesdada8923
      @zoesdada8923 5 років тому +2

      @@reservoirvideo personally i could give a shit. I just find it outrageous he charges what he does. His target clientele is obviously no one i have ever met and i assure you we "metalworkers" have better things to do than thumbs down your videos. We're too busy charging reasonable prices for our work.

    • @arthurpridanovs2336
      @arthurpridanovs2336 5 років тому +1

      People with bunch of regrets and envy

    • @dirtyfingernailsauto8946
      @dirtyfingernailsauto8946 5 років тому

      the AI youtube thumbs down bots . there are millions of them all over youtube created for nothing more than to post thumbs downs to those who dont deserve it . and some that DO !

    • @darrowfortheprosecution1404
      @darrowfortheprosecution1404 5 років тому

      Mostly I would say the Thumbs Down crowd are left leaning liberals. This fellow has ensconced himself into a lifestyle that the outside world can't touch. They can only look in on him and wish. It takes considerable envy and SOME self loathing to click thumbs down on this video.

  • @mirocapin4759
    @mirocapin4759 5 років тому

    Wonderful shapes, It is a life dream to do what You do and live like You do👍💐🍾

  • @domward8352
    @domward8352 5 років тому +1

    Really great to see.
    Looking at those chopping boards, have you ever considered making spanking paddles for the BDSM market.

  • @almahdi990
    @almahdi990 7 років тому +5

    That much smoothness! means how much you put your heart on that piece of wood! Loved it! Really inspiring story! :)

  • @EduardoTorresDeMadera
    @EduardoTorresDeMadera 7 років тому +6

    Beautiful story, excellent cinematography, and very inspiring work.

  • @robertw.1499
    @robertw.1499 5 років тому +1

    Even at 61, would still like to apprentice to this man 👍

  • @johnparkin58
    @johnparkin58 5 років тому

    You have found your shangri -la, and are blessed with total contentment and peace. Not many people can say that.

  • @deldridg
    @deldridg 7 років тому +17

    Thank you for adding such an insightful, gentle and challenging video. Ed's philosophy is so sound and it's been great for me to see it at a time when I'm considering directions for myself and my family. What a pleasure - if only 1% of views on the 'Tube were of pieces of this quality and soundness, humanity may experience a somewhat marked improvement! Many regards from Sydney, Aust - Dave

  • @naybobdenod
    @naybobdenod 7 років тому +10

    excellent video and good luck to the old guy. What a gentleman.

  • @brucecraig4954
    @brucecraig4954 4 місяці тому

    Obviously a whole different level of craftsmanship from the average person. Very very inspirational. Thanks.

  • @alexyosvald3864
    @alexyosvald3864 6 років тому

    He is The Woodworker!!!

  • @aethertech
    @aethertech 7 років тому +8

    I actually just picked up a nice pair of Whol's sandwhich boards from a local fine arts shop in St. Paul. very nicely done pieces, smooth and just texturally nice.

  • @DXWXMX44
    @DXWXMX44 7 років тому +5

    I had the same experience growing up - always got a bang out of building things. I built a scooter to ride to first grade on the first day. This is my 52 year being a carpenter - remodeler. I really enjoyed your video and the quality of your work.

  • @CAD6363
    @CAD6363 4 роки тому

    Living the dream Ed

  • @erikiacopelli451
    @erikiacopelli451 5 років тому

    I would have given anything to have a woodshop when I was in school. They had one on the way out n we did TWO classes only n then they stopped it. Made a sundial and a wooden rocket. I was so mad cuz I loved it