| From Hi-Tech to Lo-Tech: A Woodworker's Journey Contributor(s): Pirollo, Norman (Author) |
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ISBN: 0973071052 ISBN-13: 9780973071054 Publisher: White Mountain Design OUR PRICE: $18.05 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2015 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Woodwork - General |
| Physical Information: 0.48" H x 6" W x 9" (0.69 lbs) 230 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Norman describes his fascinating journey over a 40 year period. Follow the riveting story of how his hi-tech career gradually evolved into a woodworking career. Read how Norman overcame obstacles and through determination and perseverance, finally attained his goal of self-employment at woodworking. Discover how Norman acquired the skills and techniques to be able to craft heirloom furniture today. Delving into and studying the history of furniture design has provided him the language and background to develop his own contemporary styled furniture. Read how he immersed himself into the contemporary furniture world to develop a style and voice of his own. Author Norman Pirollo shares his creative journey. Perseverance, fate and critical decisions all combined to map out the direction he followed in life. There were many false starts in transitioning from full-time employment to being self-employed at woodworking. The opportunity to work at something I truly enjoy has ultimately brought solace and independence to my life. I never look back at missed opportunities. It is also important to view any setbacks as valuable experience in your own journey. The time and effort invested in following your own passion will be well worth it. |
