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           Michael Joseph Carlyle Holton is a professional furniture designer/maker.

Michael was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. His interest in craftsmanship and woodworking began during his high school years. He subsequently excelled while attending the Fine Woodworking Program in Nelson, British Columbia.

Michael chose the name "Joseph Carlyle Designs" to honour both of his grandfathers and that respect for his heritage is reflected in the timeless quality and attention to traditional craftsmanship of his distinctive designs.

Michael's work has been exhibited in the following:

New Works in Wood- Southern Alberta Woodworkers' Society
Canadian Furniture Exhibition.  The "Executive Desk" was accepted for this nationwide tour
Visiting Artist- Emma Lake Collaborative Workshop  provided the opportunity for interaction with artists working with a broad range of materials.
Wood Canada International Wood Collectors Society Annual Meeting
Selkirk College Fine Woodworking Alumni Show
5th Annual Kootenay Value-Added Wood Forum
New Works In Wood-Southern Alberta Woodworkers'
 Society
4th Annual Kootenay Value-Added  Wood Forum
 Michael's "Ballerina Display Table" was featured as the cover photo for the spring issue of Crosscut Magazine.  An article in the Notes and Comments section of Fine Wood working Magazine (Issue #148) featured Michael and his work.



Joseph Carlyle Designs • 6604 Bowwood Dr. NW • Calgary, Alberta • T3B 2G9 • 403.818.4224 • mholton@josephcarlyle.com