PAUL DECARLO WOODWORKER

My Story
Born and raised in New England, my family home has been in Sandown, New Hampshire for over 50 years. What began as summers on Angle Pond became our permanent address in 1981. I spent my childhood in this beautiful natural place and was always drawn to the water and the woods. Working wood was always a part of my adventure; tree forts and go karts and whatever else we could imagine. My parents recognized my interest at an early age and seeing that it wasn't just a phase bought me my first set of chisels when I was 12 (I still use them!) I was extremely fortunate that my local school district at the time had a great Industrial Arts program. The educators were excellent role models and made an impact on me that I'll never forget. The smell of fresh cut Eastern White Pine immediately brings me back there :)
A short time after High School I found The Worcester Center for Crafts in Massachusetts.  They offered a 2-year full-time intensive certificate in Furniture Design. My learning accelerated greatly during this time, and I graduated the program in 1992 going on to attend as an Artist in Residence in 1994. 
Becoming tired of the brutal New England winters and needing a fresh start post 9/11, the decision was made to move to Central Florida. I immediately found work as a cabinetmaker as I navigated this strange new place. After a time, I was extremely fortunate to find my way into The Walt Disney Company where I worked for over a decade. While there I spent time as a woodworker, a leader, and eventually as a Fabrication Designer with Walt Disney Imagineering. I got the opportunity to work on many amazing projects, travel, meet and work alongside some incredibly talented people. I'm forever grateful to them and for that experience....
 In the spirit of restlessness and entrepreneurism, I decided to fulfill a lifelong dream and open my own woodworking business primarily serving the Theme Park and tourism industry in Central Florida. The projects were varied and always a challenge. 
After 20 long years in sunny (and hot!) Florida, and having recently endured the pandemic, I made the decision to move back to my roots, to my family, in Sandown where I continue on my woodworking journey.
I'm excited for what the next chapter will bring! Stay tuned for updates.
Thank you,
Paul