"My father showed me woodworking hand tools when I was very young," shares Doug, a resident at Atria Willow Glen. "Some 40 years later, tired of pencil pushing and sales, I wanted to do something in 3D, something tangible, to be able to see, touch, feel. Wood artistry was the result." When asked where he finds his inspiration, he says "Ideas just come to me before I go to sleep, and I visualize how to make them. If you see anything you like, or that inspires you, let your imagination try to create. Create something, anything, using any medium." A special detail Doug includes in all his wood carvings is hidden compartments for keeping coins, jewelry and other treasures. We're so inspired by Doug's craftsmanship and imagination! ✨
William Greene
1mo
That's a lost art! I remember wood shop in 1976. It was therapeutic, even for a 12 year old.
Lauren B. Olson
1mo
"Let your imagination create..." key words!
Executive Director of Business Development at Culinary Depot/Founder of the Hope Organization
1moDoug's journey from pencil pushing to wood artistry is truly inspiring. His ability to visualize and create tangible beauty is a testament to the power of imagination. Kudos to Atria Senior Living for sharing such a heartwarming story.