Jerry
Arbes
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As a
woodworker, I try to enhance the natural beauty of the wood.
Most of my works are of native hardwoods of which are found
and processed from family property. Being raised by a father
who was always critical of my work, I always strived for constant
improvement and not taking the shortcut which would compromise
the final product.
I have always found wood to be a rewarding medium due to the
uniqueness of each piece of wood. Like people, wood varies from
piece to piece, some being more difficult than others but always
having a hidden treasure. A piece of art should last forever,
to be enjoyed by future generations. When wood is cut and processed,
death occurs. The goal of the craftsman is to bring it back
to life. If this is accomplished, I will have been successful
in my task. |
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