Daniel Ropel

Daniel Ropel is a self-taught woodworker who has learned from YouTube channels like Wood Whisperer, Four Eyes Furniture, and Black Tail Studio. A member of Northwest Ceramics since 2022, he combines woodworking and ceramics in his creations.

Alongside his artistic pursuits, he enjoys baking sourdough bread and brewing beer from his hops garden. He's a devoted stepfather to twin daughters and husband to Melissa Cooley.