It was 14 months ago that I first discussed a special project for a restaurant that was in development. The manager found me at a craft fair, and wanted me to make some special serving pieces for him.
Well, OK then.
After following up with my contact immediately after the event and then again about 13 months ago, I assumed this idea would not move forward.
1 month ago, the phone rang. The restaurant was finally to the point that they almost knew what they wanted. After some design discussions, they gave me direction for 4 pieces … and I decided to make 8 different pieces on spec.
They offered to pay me for the work, but I know that if they don’t like the pieces, then someone else will. The ideas here are very simple – the food will be the star, I’m sure!
I meet with the managers this week, and I’ll let you know how it goes. Here’s what we will be discussing.
Beautiful. What’s type of wood?
I used Black Walnut primarily. Hard Maple and Jatoba were also used. O ly the striped design combined 2 species, however.