About Us
Meet the Artisan
Poli’s Woodcraft is a small family-run business showcasing the woodwork skills of Policarpo Despaigne.
Poli has overcome a myriad of challenges resulting from Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to become a wood artisan specializing in making hand turned pens. He has a passion for turning exotic woods into one of a kind pieces of art that you can hold.
His interest in wood arts began in Wilmington, NC as a 13 year old at Kids Making It (KMI), a woodworking program that couples experienced woodworker volunteers with afterschool kids. He is forever grateful to Founder, Director Jimmy Pierce who coupled entrepreneurship skills, traditional wood artistry and mentorship.
Currently living in San Diego, California, he enjoys making these small hand turned wood pieces many give as gifts from his small, home woodshop.
Poli Pens Out in the Wild:
San Diego Regional Center Spotlight
Lights! Camera! Autism! 2022 Feature
Themed Projects
A past project: themed acrylic pens in purple, pink, and red for Valentine’s Day!
