Blog Posts
What goes into creating a custom piece from a photo?
![What goes into creating a custom piece from a photo?](http://www.stainsandwoodgrains.com/cdn/shop/articles/Document_{width}x.jpg?v=1681409027)
Over the years, my specialty has become using a photo of a place that holds a special significance for the client and creating them a one of a kind piece of art in my unique style. I often get asked what the process for that looks like, so I thought I'd dive a little deeper into that here for those that are curious. Design The Design Phase of the process starts by meeting with a client over the phone or emailing back and forth to go over exactly what they are looking for. After they have sent me the...
The Inspiration Behind My Work
![The Inspiration Behind My Work](http://www.stainsandwoodgrains.com/cdn/shop/articles/AA58B016-E096-4D62-9555-84A764C8F905_e6ea67cd-1d70-4283-9f68-03fb613b5502_{width}x.jpg?v=1681321256)
(Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park with my Dad and Brother) I'm often asked where the inspiration for my work comes from. The answer to that question began at a young age. I am grateful to my parents for making sure my siblings and I spent more time outdoors experiencing nature than in front of a screen. We spent much of my youth hiking, fishing, camping, and exploring the mountains in Colorado. Through these experiences, I have developed a deep connection to nature and the therapeutic escape it provides. As I've moved into adult life, my sense of adventure and...