Since all of my work is custom designed, I do not have work on the shelf ready to ship for a fixed price. This means that you and I need to begin with a phone interview to discuss the function of the piece of furniture and the major design elements. Once the theme of the piece is determined, I will offer various solutions that include the creative embellishments. If you live in the Northwest, such as Washington State, I would like to meet with you, within the setting for this custom work, and discuss some sketches. I can then show you samples of hardwoods and glass so that you can visualize the colors.
I have also made small models from sketches so that clients can visualize the sculptural form. In other cases I have made full size cardboard shapes so that they can be viewed in the context of other pieces in the room. While the work is in progress I have taken digital photos and emailed them to clients so that they are updated.
Once we have mutually reworked the design to your satisfaction, we will establish a budget and price for the work. I will need an initial deposit of 50% to be paid prior to purchasing materials and beginning construction of the piece. The remainder of the price is due upon completion and prior to shipping or delivery.
My studio is located on my home property in Central Washington State. Within my home are many of my pieces of creative work, which includes many functions from doors to lighting and clocks. I reside only 10 miles off of I-90 and I-82 and would like to show you my work by appointment, please.
| Gary Galbraith GMG Furniture 1092 Thomas Rd. Ellensburg,WA. 98926 |
phone: 509-925-2355 email:gary@gmgfurniture.com |
Links
The Furniture Society is a national organization of studio furniture makers. www.furnituresociety.org
The Glass Art Society is an international group that promotes the development of the glass arts. www.glassart.org
The Artist Trust of Washington State offers grants and resources to help artists advance their careers. www.artisttrust.org
The Forest Stewardship Council is an environmental conservation group that supports a sustainable harvest of timber.
www.fscus.org
The Rainforest Alliance seeks to inform the public concerning conservation and sustaining our land for biodiversity.
www.rainforest-alliance.org
The folks at Edensaw stock hardwoods from around the world that meet the criteria of the Forest Stewardship Council.
www.edensaw.com
The owners of Bullseye Glass in Portland sponsor many educational events to educate glass artists. www.bullseyeglass.com
Tauton Press continues to publish many informative books on fine woodworking. www.taunton.com
An extensive catalog of clock mechanisms can be found at Klockkit.
www.klockit.com
The co-op of woodworkers at NW Finewoodworking exists to inform and educate the public. www.nwfinewoodworking.com
