Richard Reames has resided in Williams, Oregon since 1985. Between 1992 and 1995, he along with his wife Maya constructed their own log house. Following this endeavor, he established Arborsmith Studios, a unique hybrid of a nursery/ art studio. Here, he cultivates and sculpts living trees into furniture and artistic creations. In 1995, he authored "How to Grow a Chair," and in 2005, he penned "Arborsculpture: Solutions for a Small Planet."

For several years, Richard instructed the art of Arborsculpture at the esteemed John C. Campbell School of Folk Art in North Carolina. His expertise also led him to Japan, where he was commissioned by John Gathright, a renowned TV personality, to create the "laughing happy tree park," which earned the prestigious "Good Design Award." In 2005, he served as the international coordinator for arborsculpture at the World Expo in Aichi, Japan, overseeing the Growing Village pavilion.

A seasoned public speaker, Richard has delivered lectures globally and showcased his art at various flower and garden shows across the United States. His remarkable work has been prominently featured in publications like "Eden on Their Minds: Gardeners with Bold Visions," "Gardens Illustrated," "Dwell," "Cabinet" magazine, and "House Beautiful."

At Pacifica, A Garden in the Siskiyous, a 420-acre nonprofit nature preserve, Richard orchestrated the planting of 113 Giant Sequoia trees in a 100-foot diameter spiraling circle, involving over 60 volunteers. This ambitious land art project, named the Sequoia Sanctuary, is envisioned by Richard to evolve into a secluded green space for a multitude of outdoor events for generations to come. His dedication is evident through his acceptance of a position on the board of directors.

For more information see his Wikipedia Page.