So I had a new pen kit, the Pen State "Southwestern" style. The kit is a little pricey. The pen is kinda big. It's kinda heavy. A very strong style statement. What to do with it? My first thought was to turn my first one with a simple, single material, not go out "whole enchilada". Should I risk folks saying they don't like it, feeling that it was too much. Too southwestern. Too styled out. Too cultural. After some thought, I remembered something that Bob Lutz, former CEO of Chrysler said many years ago. "I don't want to make cars that most folks would find acceptable, I want to build cars that a few people Just Gotta Have. Thus was born the Dodge Viper. For me as an artist and craftsman, that feeling and commitment at the point of creation, is pure truth. So guys, when it comes to big design, over the top lay-out, taking a chance that I might go too far, I usually let myself be "Viper" snake bit, and go for it. Hope you enjoy seeing my risk. I invite you all, especially the "newbies" to join in the fun! Go big. Experiment. Take that chance. The reward in this case was, when it got off the lathe and assembled, I really liked it....and it sold in a heartbeat. Thanks in advance to those of you that respond, for sharing your thoughts. I look forward to hearing from y'all in every post and thread. Your thoughts are truly valued.
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