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John Bryan

Wood is a challenging medium in so many ways. One can be successful only by obeying it's inherent rules of engagement. A familiar and strong sense of caution still presents itself at the start of each piece, even after so many years of experience, no matter how much forethought has been put into it. It's the nature of wood. Success will be on its terms.

The sense of satisfaction and accomplishment at completion is substantial. Few things can match the aura and soul of a masterfully worked piece of wood, carved or not. Reaching the top end of expectations is the goal. It's a lot of hard work, often risky, getting there. The long hours from start to finish are inescapable.
The journey always memorable. The meditative states are priceless.

There is a meaningful story behind each piece. Many of the works shown here evidence the timeless results from the collaboration between artist and client. One thing that is unique to the process is one has to be willing to invest a little of themselves in order to commission a woodcarving. Time has become so precious that it is easy to shy away from anything that smells of extra commitment when already feeling stretched to the max. But like many other pursuits, the results always seem to be in line with the commitment made at the onset.

When I started carving decades ago I had an inkling that before the end of my time those who worked with their hands artfully, and were good at what they did, would become the exceptions, not the rules. I still feel that way and in the direction the world has headed in, it has become more and more challenging to live the simple. meaningful life of a sculptor.

For more photos and information, please visit my website www.BryanArt.com.

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