Beauty of Wood

Rich, diverse, abundant,

beautiful in appearance.

Fascinating to work, rewarding in implementation and completion.

Qualities and curiosities appreciated; the flow of the grain, the growth of the knots.

Twists and shakes to splits and spots. From the smell of the wood to the feel of its touch,

Maple, Oak, Cedar; Pine, Spruce and Fir,

An artists perspective, oppurtunities provide.

Application of colour somewhat an issue.

Beauty in nature need rarely applied,

Stains and dyes bring qualities enhanced,

Brought back to life, preserved in glory.

As it ages through time, pressures awaken,

Wood evolves in bold character.

Cracks widen, grains darken and edges reach out,

Wood enrichens in elegance and gravitas,

Give care, brief and minimal,

The wood display effortless for an age yet to come.