About
Mya Rae Nelson 

Hi. I am the maker behind TangoWoods. I create furniture and functional home goods, inspired by the movement in nature. My goal with design is to bring out the natural beauty and shape of the wood, ending with a piece that adds usefulness and joy to everyday living. I strive for clean lines and a natural flow. Many of my pieces feature curves and inlay details.

How the woods connect — the joinery — is an important consideration in my designs. I work primarily with solid wood, using a combination of traditional and modern techniques, which includes wood bending. I’ve trained at the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, Maine, and learned from many amazing craftspeople through the years.

I make commissions for specific spaces and preferences. If you’re interested in having a piece made or adapted, let’s talk. You can also see my work/find me at the places below.

Shows/Galleries

• Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show: November 7-9, preview party on Thursday, November 6. Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. Presented by The Philadelphia Museum of Art Women’s Committee for the benefit of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. More info here.

• Craft + Design: November 21-23. Main Street Station’s train shed, Richmond, VA. Produced by the Visual Arts Center of Richmond. More info here.

• American Craft Made Baltimore: February 20-22, 2026. Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD. Presented by American Craft Council. More here.

• Local Colors, 121 Main Street, Gloucester, Mass. A wonderful community of artists/makers. More here.