The Wood Used for Woodwork

The most important thing for a wood artist is to understand the characteristics of tree species and specific timber, as well as the narratives that surround them and the emotions that they evoke. Scientific knowledge about timber or experience alone do not suffice; true understanding only comes by living daily with the timber, using all the five senses to take ownership of the timber, relentlessly using the hands, and coming into contact with fine works from all ages to enlighten oneself.