Weathered Hands

There is something extremely gratifying about working with one's hands. Maybe it's because you actually get to feel the work. Touching it as it grows and morphs into a final product. Maybe it's the pain we feel - sore knuckles, paper cuts, or pinches - somehow justifying the time put in. I can't really put my finger on it, but I'm lucky that I get to work with my hands everyday.

Now - I know what you're thinking. I'm using a computer. All I use are keystrokes and a mouse, but I at least feel like I am actually building what is in front of me. Sure, maybe I'm really just fooling myself, but there is a certain level of pride inside of me. I'm in totally control, building each TV spot or trailer piece by piece - even if it is through a computer interface.

But I will admit I'm no where near the people in the next video. I never through making globes would be such a feat - but I'm amazed at the craftsmanship they produce. Each and every globe is absolutely stunning - better than the last. After watching this, it made me want to go out into the garage and building something. Pull out all my tools and just go to work. Feel some wood beneath my fingertips, strike in some nails, buff out any rough spots, sand down some corners. Hell, I don't care if it is even me just building a bird house. I want to create something again with my bare hands.

I want to get dirty.

Oh and after doing some research - as beautiful as they are, I would never pay what they are asking for one of those globes.