Creating Art From Reclaimed Materials
I’m Chad Wenger, a hands-on artist and maker who believes the best pieces carry a story. My work blends glass, wood, metal, and reclaimed materials to create art that feels both timeless and lived-in.
Much of what I create starts with materials that already have a past—barrel staves, salvaged wood, and found elements—then gets reimagined into something new. I design and build stained glass pieces that play with light and color, barrel stave crosses and serving platters that highlight natural character and grain, and one-of-a-kind furniture pieces meant to be used, not just admired.
I’m drawn to the balance between craftsmanship and imperfection. Tool marks, variations in wood, and subtle flaws aren’t mistakes to me—they’re proof that a piece was made by hand. Every item I make is designed, built, and finished with care, whether it’s a small decorative piece or a larger functional work.
My goal is simple: to create meaningful, well-made pieces that bring warmth, purpose, and a sense of story into your space.
Thanks for supporting handmade work and giving reclaimed materials a second life.