Maple Coffee Table

A recent project involving large, heavy, shiny-surfaced hardwood art

furniture for the maker's portfolio and show entry requirements. Some

challenging lighting situations, to be sure. Thanks for any pointers!

Great work of both, the carpenter and you Matt!

Best regards!

PDE

When I first saw this I thought how great this would be look in a catalog.  It shows the design well, as well as the texture of the wood.  I guess I wasn't far off base about the reason for the shot.  I love the gentle shadows and stark white background.  Very well done!  Who is this woodworker?  I love this piece!

Thanks, Pierre and Christal!

The woodworker is Rich Grenier, in Boyds, Maryland. He's also working up a new web presence, to which I'll link at some point. He does very nice work.

Your lighting seems excellent for this type of work (as well as your P/P). The detail in the tabletop shows up nicely, as well as the 'clear coat' that finishes off the table top. My first husband used to make these types of tables years ago. They are beautiful and only become more attractive with age. Very nice work!