OBX Dream's

That’s pretty cool! A lot of wood went into that.

-- Gary, East TX -- The longest journey begins with a single step.

Thats True Gary,,, and about 150 hours of time …

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

Great looking project. In my opinion, there’s not a better place to vacation than the Outer Banks. How long is the drive from PA?

-- Make things with wood.

Thanks,, It takes us about 9 hours to drive down ,,, but we make several stops along the way,, sightseeing..

I take it you have been there ,, we
we,ve been going for 12 years

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

That’s kind of what I figured as far as travel time. It’s strange, you can get there in about 9 hours and I talked to some guys from New Jersey and they said about 8-9 hours. I’m lucking to get there in 10 hours. Straight through driving….I think it’s 525 miles from my house. Yes, been there many times. A lot of summer vacations and other trips down in the fall to try to get in on the Blue fishing. It’s a great place. But it has changed over the years. A lot more crowded now.

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Wow, where are you driving from,,,, and also where do you stay,, we drive all the way down to Hatteras,, its not too bad down there,,, no one wants to take that drive ,,, We like to spend time on Okracoke as well ..

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

I live pretty close to the extreme south-west part of VA. We’ve stayed a lot of different places…... condos, motels, etc. but the best is when we can get a house on the ocean that’s affordable. You’ve got the right idea about going on down to Hatteras. We’re usually between Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. Somewhere in there. I really do like your project. You did a great job. We’re always trying to bring a little bit of the Outer Banks back to our house too. Help me if the boss sees your project ….... she’ll have me trying to building one….....

-- Make things with wood.

As soon as she does,, give me a yell,, I’ll talk you through it ….. (-:

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

The Blue Heron is beautiful! Your craftsmanship is out standing. Thank you for posting.

Tom

-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa

A.T.,

I wish I knew what to say about this piece. You certainly did push the envelope on this one. This is simply one of the most unique and and well crafted beds I have seen. I can well believe that you have at least 150 hours in it. You have a small fortune in wood alone in this piece. Wow is enough said.

Thanks for the post. It truly is inspiring. I don’t know that I am going to rush out into my shop and start trying to do inlays but a California king has been on my wife’s list of things for me to do for some time. This does give me some ideas.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

That is sweet. What was her reaction to it – bet she really likes it.

-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/

Projects like this are what makes LumberJocks so exciting! Excellent job A.T!

-- Bob Vila would be so proud of you!

Thanks Guys,,, I try to keep my pieces fresh new and inovative,, My style also helps me when I apply to the various art shows, the response I usually get is that they have never seen anything like my stuff. I always tell folks you got to think outside of the box, put your own spin on everthing. We are all very different, I am totally blown away by the collective work on this site ….

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

Truly a work of art, the detail and character are true to life.

Woodworking sometimes transcends furniture and becomes the equivalent of a fine painting or scultured art—- This pieces DOES fit that transition . . .this should make a great family heirloom treasure!

GREAT Craftsmenship!

The reall question my fellow workworkers want to know….How did she top it for fathers day :)

-- Bill - - Ad-Marketing Guy, Ramsey NJ

Well Bill, first of all, thank you very much for you comments, and as for your question,, lets just say I dident get any family heirlooms, but I made out ok …. (-:

Your comment is actually very interesting,, When asked what I do for a living,, I reply “I’m an Artist”,, most people say no, your a furniture maker. I’ve often debated the fine line between contemporary furniture, and functional art furniture …. Its wonderful to meet someone that recognizes the difference.

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

Tell them you’re a lumberJock…That’ll really throw ‘em!

-- Bob Vila would be so proud of you!

Fantastic! The “water” inlay is perfect. Wonderful good job sir.

-- Maplewood, MN

Thanks Rikkor, I actually cut that section out of a 12’ board just to get that section that resembled a coast line

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

Interesting comments AT, I AGREE, with your take – Art is Art- It is simply is a factor of the media chosen, oils/canvas, clay, metal and in your case wood!

MichaelAngelo painted the Sistine Chapel on a ceiling – so the media is simply what is available to the artist-

Keep pursuing your art for perfection – the loss of pursuit

A Quote worth Sharing with ALL Lumberjocks “The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives.”

-- Bill - - Ad-Marketing Guy, Ramsey NJ

Love that Quote Bill, I’ll have to post it in my shop ….........(-:

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

very nice. Functional-Art.

-- Mark DeCou - Kansas Flint Hill's Artisan

a life-size heron? wow

this is magnificent and piece of art that will be treasured forever. . and then the sentiment behind it… (someone pass the tissue)

-- "Functional WoodArt" by Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

Thanks Mrs Debbie,, It has become the main show piece in our home ,,,, all who visit get a tour …

-- A. T. Williams Creation's

You’re work is very cool. Inspirational too. Keep it up.

-- ~ Inspiring those who inspire me ~