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Made With These Hands Podcast With Hugh McNeill interviewing The Blind Woodturner Chris Fisher.
MADE WITH THESE HANDS
49 minutes 48 seconds
4 months ago
Made With These Hands Podcast With Hugh McNeill interviewing The Blind Woodturner Chris Fisher.
In this inspiring episode, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast Interviews Chris Fisher, known as the Blind Woodturner, Chris shares his journey from losing his sight to becoming a skilled craftsman. He discusses the challenges he faced after his diagnosis of toxoplasmosis, his discovery of woodturning, and how he navigates his craft without sight. Chris emphasizes the importance of mental health, community support, and the role of creativity in overcoming adversity. He also shares insights on building a presence on YouTube, the pressures faced as a blind craftsman, and his role as a patron of the UK Men's Shed Association, advocating for mental well-being through craft.
https://theblindwoodturner.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/blindwoodturner/
https://www.facebook.com/blindwoodturner
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkkxNOUNP8kNT7Gvpc1MjJg
https://menssheds.org.uk/
Katie Pipers Weekend Escape With Chris Fisher The Blind Woodturner. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1119357150222704&set=a.320727753418985
Money For nothing https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001f88j
Blind Ambition https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/4YWdxh3xbFjKv4DtgmH4RC3/blind-ambition-an-art-exhibition-with-a-difference
