WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?
John Bass, Grovetown Ga. I Create unique writing pens for all occasions.

DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.
A combination of wood, acrylic, glue, and different styles of pen kits mounted on a lath, shaped, sanded, and polished to create a unique one-of-a-kind writing pen that will last a lifetime.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
Combining different products ie wood and acrylic to make a beautiful, usable pen. And create a custom pen from a customer’s description and/or idea.

FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.
Retired Military. 22 years in the army, 23 years in government and making pens is the best “job” I have ever had. Turning pens is a Zen moment.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.
Riverwalk & Handmade Fair – People parade.

WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?
It’s the steps in the creative journey to a finished product that is inspiring. Using different materials to create a unique item that will be used or gifted and possibly handed down to others. Seeing customers smile when they see the pens for the first time. Makes customers happy.

WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKE
BE Patience. All mistakes are character flaws that enhance your creativity