Granular

The closer we choose to see, the more granular the subject becomes. This is where the interesting parts lie…the imperfection, … More

Compression

Compression is a result of force and constraints. We often focus on the the causes of the force when trying … More

Like care, sprinkles need to be applied carefully. First, they need to stick. Second, there needs to be just the … More

Once the cracking begins, it’s very difficult to stop. Patching is often a temporary fix. The best practice is crack … More

The process behind the yield can be fascinating, sometimes disturbing. We see the final beauty. But, what’s behind the curtain?

Rough is rarely good enough. Smooth is better. Smooth makes it look and feel more finished, more crafted. How can … More

We often work pretty hard to get to the usable part. But, it’s not nearly as hard as the evolutionary … More

Gears don’t work well independently. They work in tandem and especially well when they fit perfectly. Machining them to match, … More

If we’re early, we’re likely to be first. Being first has its advantage, there’s no one to compete against. But, … More

We all have alter ego’s. It’s the person who shows up sometimes, often situationally when some extra effort is on … More

Where does peace and quiet take us? Why is it so often coveted? And, why does it elude us? How … More

Zest is one of those things we can add, but rarely take away. Like most actions in life, it requires … More

There’s always something left behind, a mark and the spoils. All of our actions have a result, the intended one…and … More

Seeing into the future, even for just a short bit, works wonders for confidence and abating fear. Lighting the way, … More

Support comes in many forms, physical, spiritual and emotional to name a few. Of course, we need it the most … More

How do we appear when seen from a different point of view? What would we change if we could see … More

Once we’re chosen, we receive a label, an entry pass, a business card or we’re simply a name on a … More

Shining a light on something changes how it appears. Detail once hidden is exposed, the effects of motion can be … More

The scars are there…if we look closely enough. Sometimes, it’s best to keep our distance. But, most of the time … More

…is definitely in the eye of the beholder. But, it’s usually there if we choose to see it.