My Uncle's intarsia underwater scene

[Lissa Hall]

So this was made by my Uncle David. He is a Vietnam vet. I credit him with getting me started with woodworking, after being in a dark place mentally. He is walking the slow mile now and unable to continue his work and his most beloved hobby. I can honestly say He is one of the people in my life that I don't know where I would be now without his influence. You never know when you share your craft with a person how it helps them and where it will take them in life. Teaching to me is one of the most important things a human can do for another. This piece is the size both height and length of a medium sized sofa. I can not say how long it took him to make.

[Cal]

Thank you Lissa for sharing the artwork and backstory.  Your uncle is very talented and you have been lucky to have had the benefits of his teaching.  I am pretty darned sure that he has seen your growth in the craft and has a taken a lot of pride in it.  Credit to you for being receptive to your uncle's sharing and teaching.  And I agree, teaching is most important.  Prayers out for both you and your uncle.

[lew]

+1 for what Cal said.

[Gerald]

Add one more to the list. The sad thing is that there are many willing to pass on the gift of working with wood but few willing to be taught.

[Grandpadave52]

I echo all the thoughts above. Thanks Lissa for taking time to share. The story is as rewarding as the work.

Edited May 2, 2023 by Grandpadave52

[Masonsailor]

Thanks for sharing Lissa. What a wonderful gift he has left. 
Paul

[Lissa Hall]

22 hours ago, Gerald said:

Add one more to the list. The sad thing is that there are many willing to pass on the gift of working with wood but few willing to be taught.

I agree even my own son. Seems most young adults are into electronic things. Don't get me wrong I video games too. But nothing is better than smelling wood or more gratifying!

[Gene Howe]

Lissa, thank you for sharing your uncle's unique scroll saw work. 

[Al B]

I repeat what others have said Lissa, thank you for sharing.

[p_toad]

On 5/2/2023 at 7:16 AM, Lissa Hall said:

He is walking the slow mile now