Recently I lost my step dad to cancer, so I wanted to honor him this morning by sharing a lens that reminded me of him when I first discovered it. My step dad had a special talent for woodworking. He made his living with his hands by building cabinets and furniture. He was good at what he did, and he loved it more than most anything. As a hobby he made jewelery boxes, wooden puzzles, and other small woodworking projects. Our whole family looked forward to Christmas because we knew we would receive a special gift that he had made with his own hands.
When I first discovered Artist Vic Barr by GroovyFinds I was captivated by the odd shapes and unique designs, and I fell in love with the jewelery boxes. They reminded me so much of one special jewelery box that I received from my step dad several years ago. It is impossible to describe how beautiful these boxes are, they are just amazing.
The interview with the artist is what takes this lens to another level with one statement standing out above all others, "The thinking part of what I do is often the most exciting element in the work." You can just feel the passion Artist Vic Barr has for his craft, and immediately you know that no matter what is going on in his life, woodworking brings him joy when nothing else can.
Visit: Artist Vic Barr
Image Credit:#1 Dad on Wood photo frame by xfinity7
Thank you for introducing me, via GroovyFinds' perfectly-presented page, to the unique and beautiful work of Vic Barr. You are so right, his passion for his work shines through and you can see the love and care with which each and every one of these items has been made. A wonderful find and a lovely reminder of your step dad and his own talent and passion.
ReplyDeleteCrystal, it was sad news to hear of your loss this past Friday. You and your family are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteMr. Vic Barr is blessed with talent and has been doubly blessed by being able to live his passion. Wonderful review.
Crystal, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your step dad. I feel like we got to know him a little through you. What a wonderful lens to showcase as a tribute to your step dad. Vic Barr is very talented and reminds me of a woodworker we have in our coop gallery. There is a certain reverence present in the art of these woodworkers.
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ReplyDeleteA wonderful lens! Thank you for introducing me to the lens, therefore this artist. Truly beautiful work!
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