18/05/2026
Craftsmanship, Precision & Tech in the Shed:
There is nothing quite like the feeling of watching a high-tech tool bring a creative idea to life! Steve has been a valued member of the Joondalup Men's Shed since 2012, and over the years he’s become one of our resident CNC experts, mastering the craft of digital design and laser engraving to produce some truly brilliant custom signage. His latest batch of wooden signs—from clever plaques to beautiful illustrative work like his cartoon zebra—shows just how much talent, experience, and attention to detail our members bring to the table.
Over his years with us, Steve has spent countless hours perfecting his setups on the laser, fine-tuning the power and speed parameters to get those lines looking razor-sharp every single time. Whether he's etching signs for our Tool Museum, prep work for the upcoming Wanneroo Show, or fun custom plaques, his precision is absolutely top-tier. It's a fantastic example of how we successfully combine traditional timber skills with modern digital technology here at the Shed.
Of course, keeping things safe is always priority number one. Steve is fully kitted out in his safety goggles and hearing protection, showing us all the gold standard for workshop practice.
Have you ever tried your hand at combining digital design with traditional woodworking? Let us know what projects you're working on in the comments below! 👇