Making headway

My work has begun to progress nicely. The medium of veneer has yielded wonderful pieces in the past and has been utilized far more than any of the other materials available to us in this program. This has allowed me to see many many examples of previous works which in turn has allowed me to "test" the limitations of the material before heading down the road myself.

I currently have three designs which I am focusing on. The first is a rocker, the second is a two piece chair that pulls apart for storage and the final is a simple chair. Veneer has led to some interesting challenges. Because the strength and indeed the singular appearance of this type of chair comes from the ability to bend the wood at extreme angles, it has been primary in my design to attempt to make my chair from a single layout with no joinery what-so-ever. This has not only limited the scope but allowed me to tangle with and sort out a number of entertaining challenges.

Tomorrow I have my first review at 1:30 where I will find out what my professors think of my work thus far. I am confident and think that it will go pretty well. My drawings are done, I have three models and with any luck, three good ideas.

However I will say that regardless of which my professors want me to make I am going to have the final say. This is my project and it is not going to sit in my professor's living room. It will sit in mine and as such, I will attempt to make it as visually appealing, and as practical to my needs as possible.

Sorry for the brevity...It's not been to noteworthy as of the last few days and I have had little to say.

We leave for Finland and Sweden come Wednesday and I fear my internet availability will be spotty at best. So if there are breaks in my posts, have faith in that I will fill you in just as soon as I can. I do worry, however, when the professors tell us to pack bedding.

Take care
TW