Are you the kind of individual that likes to rise above the norm? Do you go out of your way to find clothes that say this is you and no one else? Do you buy the car of your choice and then have custom wheels installed, a sound system that is far beyond compare and a custom paint job that separates you from all the other cars on the road? How about shoes, ladies? When you go out for shoes do you try on 100 pairs or more before you make your shoe purchasing decision?
If just one of these scenarios sounds like you, then the information I have to offer here may be of interest to you. What I have here will set you apart from the others. This is something that will hold its beauty for many years to come. This is something that you can put your home in a category that exceeds everyday furnishings. Yes, you can own an original and at the same time you can customize this original with your own personal touches.
Be prepared to be awe struck by today's designer decorative wall shelf. These shelves are ultimate works of art inspired by cutting edge world class artisans. Masters of the craft of shelving, in a form that is beyond your wildest dreams, bring you a whole new form of art. These shelves are not for the timid or those without means. If you have the mindset of quality above and beyond the unexpected, then you are one of the few who know what you want and you go out and get it. You are connoisseur of fine art and know the difference between a masterpiece and amateur reproductions.
Allow me to lead you now to a place where wall shelves are created with imagination and integrity. Where the wall shelf you choose will be displayed in your home with pride. Here no matter what choice you make you will be the receiver of compliments of good taste from all who enter your dwelling and feast their eyes on this magnificent creation.
The first designer wall shelf artist I would like to introduce you to is John Dodd. John Dodd creations hold a two-fold purpose. Extremely beautiful standing alone, this wall shelf artwork may also be used as a backdrop of beauty. These artfully crafted shelves are designed to display artifacts of grandeur or living flowers to brighten up an entrance way or grace the wall of a small space.
One of the biggest influences of John's work is his love of Architecture. This is reflected in the development of his work. One would boast that his work is simple, elegant, poetic and timeless.
The two decorative wall shelf pieces that come to mind when I think of John Dodd are "Beacon" Lighted Wood Wall Shelf and "Wall Niche" Wood Wall Shelf.
John combines textures and colors and uses components such as granite and concrete, glass and mirror along with solid woods and unusual veneers resulting in an unpredictable mixture of art and craft.
If you take the time to view these avant-garde yet delightful pieces you will realize that there is nothing to compare to the design, structure or raw eye appeal.
Next let's explore the world of Mark Levin. It has been said about Mark that he would forgo eating, sleeping and vacations do to what he states are all inconveniences that only get in the way of his work. What Mark Levin does is take products of nature such as fruit, leaves and flowers and using solid wood sculptures extraordinary pieces of furniture. Every piece Mark creates is painstakingly hand made. After hours of detailing and hand sanding all of his pieces soaked in warm Danish oil. The result is an art form to die for.
Three excellent examples of Mark Levin's wall shelving are "Autumn Leaf Shelf", "Paganini Flower Petal Shelf #3" and "Bow Shelf with Drawer." When you have the opportunity to view these exceptional pieces, I suggest you do.
Now I will introduce you to Richard Judd. Richard had developed an interest in Zen Buddhism early on and chose to become a craftsman. He remembers reading about how your daily routine could be ongoing meditation if you are properly focused on your work. This is what led him in the direction of woodworking as a profession.
A few years ago the Dalai Lama came to Wisconsin for a visit and slept in a cherry bed that was made by Richard Judd. Richard is always incorporating the meditative process of creation which include the beauty and unique contributions of the human mind, heart, and hand. With a background in architecture, Richard work is influenced by a degree and many years of architectural training.
When thinking of Richard Judd, three wall shelving artworks come to mind. They are "Sinuous Shelf" Wood & Glass Shelf, "Half Moon Shelf" Wood Demilune Shelf and "Tusk Shelf" Wood & Glass Shelf. Here too, you should take the time to review these examples of this artist's creative mind.
Along with the above mentioned wood working artists are Mitch Levin, Robert Meier, and Dale Broholm. I suggest that you explore the decorative wall shelving created by all of these artists. You will discover a new horizon in wall decor awaits.
Author Resource:-
Barbara Tobiasz is an expert in interior/exterior decorating. Along with her husband Joe, they own and operate Wall-Decor-Concepts.com. For more information on Wall Shelves, go to: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com
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