I am inspired by everything surrounding me. At times it's overwhelming, but I express it before I go insane. What I capture is my interpretation of the world – a bittersweet sense of myself.
Urban Driftwood is the art furniture department of Practical Creativity by Ken C. Judd.
I rebuild abandoned furniture – which I rescue from curbsides, at illegal dumpings or as unwanted estate sale orphans.
I offer personalized refinishing services - I can repurpose your ignored item buried in storage, or find a piece you’ve been seeking. With it, I design and finish with a fresh look, using my creativity and skill blended with your item and ideas.
I also offer clutter management and troubleshooting consultations on home restoration - I'll bring my 25 years of experience in house painting and garden design to make your home beautiful and uniquely yours.
Contact me to learn more. Here's what some former clients have said about my work:
"Dear All, I recently hired someone to do a variety of painting and repair work around my home. Ken was responsible, competent, thorough, and with great attention to detail. He lives in Baja Talmadge, so is centrally located. He works quickly, intelligently and multi-tasks..... He has many handyman, painting, yardwork skills. He is from Seattle and listens to great "mood music" while working too. Please keep him in mind when you need work or know someone who does."
Michelle LaPrise, San Diego
“Ken really listens to your concerns and tries hard to solve whatever problem you have. He will make a dozen phone calls and consult half a dozen books or other professionals to find the best solution. His attention to detail, hard work, and flexibility made him very rewarding to work with. His creative use of materials, awesome aesthetic sense and personal charm made what could have been a nightmare into a hugely rewarding experience.”
- Melet Whinston, MD, Seattle
“He may not have taken best fashion honors, but Sacha Baron Cohen usurped the attention on the red carpet before Sunday’s Academy Awards — by dumping “Kim Jong Il’s ashes” all over E! host Ryan Seacrest.”
- Sacha Baron Cohen dumps ashes on Ryan Seacrest
Urban Craft Uprising was awesome. These pictures capture just a bit of the energy and color and craftsmanship on display - it was a great group of vendors, and I’m honored to have been a part of it.
Great eco-tips on using recycled products - I am super proud to have been included on here.
happy holiday’s, decor and more. they will hang around for any season.
The Pioneer Blockheads are Featured! I’ll be Artist of the Month at Venue Ballard for the month of October. Please come on down for the Opening this Saturday, October 8th, during the Ballard Art Walk. My family and I will be there, 6pm - 9pm. Hope to see you there.