Dan DeLuz Woods
17-4003 Ahuahu Place, Mountain View, HI
808.968.6607
email: sbreegan at gmail.com

26th Annual Hawai‘i Wood Guild Exhibit
Dedicated in loving memory of Dan DeLuz
(July 23, 1934- January 15, 2012)
The Hawai‘i Wood Guild dedicates this Exhibit in loving memory of our honorary member, Dan DeLuz—a man who taught many of us so much, openly shared everything he learned from his path of mastering his art, and inspired a generation of woodworkers. You could stop by his shop any time and generally find him turning, carving, or sanding. He’d always take a break to talk story and answer questions. His wisdom came from years of doing what he loved. Watching him turn was a joy—the ribbons of shavings piling up at his feet as he guided the gouge in a seemingly effortless way—the way only years of practice turning beautiful calabashes could create. Dan began woodturning long before it was “cool” and generously gave lessons to anyone interested in learning. Born and raised on this Island, he embodied the spirit of Aloha. His gentle spirit, kindness, and sharing will greatly be missed by our entire community.

Please keep your eye out for the calabash in the photo on the left. It was stolen from his shop and was one of his personal keepsakes! It is made from curly camphor wood and measures 9″ h x 6-3/4″ dia.

Dan DeLuz Woods in Mountain View is still open for business! Be sure to purchase your collector’s items there.