Posts by Richard Oedel
See new Directions in Craftmenship at the Center for Art in Wood
If you are passionate about wood craftsmanship and want some inspiration for your next project, you should consider checking out the allTURNatives: Form + Spirit 2013 exhibit at the Center for Art in Wood in Philadelphia. This one of a kind exhibit opened on August 2 and runs through October 12, and attending this exhibit…
Read MoreHow to Care for Fine Oak Wood Furniture
If you’re looking for a truly unique piece of furniture for your home, why not consider one made of oak? This beautiful, strong wood has been used since the Middle Ages for the construction of fine furniture, and if it’s cared for properly, oak furniture can last for many generations to come. When it comes…
Read MoreFollow These Tips for Identifying a Room’s Focal Point
In order to truly capture the essence of a room, you need to have a focal point. A focal point should immediately grab the attention of anyone that walks into the room and can range from a captivating piece of artwork to a fireplace mantel with ornate detailing. Houzz shares some inspirational ideas for picking…
Read MoreLearn How to Successfully Mix Furniture Styles with These Tips
One of the best ways to create a more personal setting in your home is to mix furniture styles. Since some people are a little skeptical about doing so, I wanted to share a few tips on how to mix furniture styles without making your interior design scheme appear too eclectic: If you want to…
Read MoreHi-Tech Planning, Classic Craftwork: Use of 3D Rendering in Fine Furniture Creation
Furniture design and creation has come a long way with the introduction of 3D rendering, which allows an artist to take advantage of 3D modeling techniques to make better estimates and more accurately determine how much material will be needed. Also, the client that has requested the custom piece can have a better visualization of…
Read MoreExplore Select Furniture Pieces at the NH Historical Society Exhibit Beginning September 24
If you’re looking for furniture exhibits in New Hampshire this fall, I’d like to invite you to attend the NH Historical Society exhibit. This highly anticipated exhibit is free to attend and runs from September 24th through October 19th at the New Hampshire Historical Society in Concord. Several New Hampshire furniture artists including myself will…
Read MoreLook for These Indicators of Quality when Shopping for Wood Furniture
There are so many things to consider when shopping for wood furniture, but something that should always be top of mind is quality. Because it can sometimes be difficult to differentiate between a high quality wooden piece and one made from a lower grade of material, I wanted to share some of the best indicators…
Read MoreFollow These Tips to Clean and Protect Your Wood Furniture
Properly maintaining your wood furniture is essential to prolonging its livelihood, and special measures should be taken when cleaning it. For this reason, I wanted to share some helpful tips for how to clean wood furniture. First, take note as to if your furniture is oiled, painted, or polished as it will impact the way…
Read MoreThe Society of Arts and Crafts in Boston Offers Fellowships, Mentor Programs, and Other Opportunities to Up-and-Coming Artists
The Society of Arts and Crafts was established in 1897 in Boston in an effort to recognize and offer support to the American craft movement and has played an instrumental role in inspiring development, increasing sales, and providing educational opportunities for arts and crafts. For new artists at the Society of Arts and Crafts, there…
Read MoreThe “Labour and Wait” Exhibit at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art Features Works by Artists Using Traditional Craft Techniques
While I often talk about exhibits in the New England area, one upcoming event that caught my attention is the “Labour and Wait” exhibit at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. The exhibit runs through September 22nd and features handcrafted wood furniture designed by 16 different artists that embrace traditional craft techniques. Pieces featured in this…
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