The Search (page
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Driftwood holds an unmistakable
natural beauty-—a beauty formed through
the Earth's elements and time...
There is a sensuality within
this found wood. It's silvery finish, luxuriously
tactile textures, and organic form appeal
to all our senses.
Searching the Maine coast not only puts
me in touch with my chosen material, it
also reminds me of the importance that we
all must remember to, 'tread lightly.'
It goes beyond simply walking
the beach. It's a respect for the environment
from which it has been not only formed,
but found.
It is a search for an incredibly
finished and uniquely formed natural material
found only through a discerning eye and
determination.
I must work with the ever
changing environment I place myself in;
through careful consideration of tides,
weather, seasons and accessibility.
The search is where it
begins.
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