13 Questions with @RogerC (November 2022)
Where do you get your inspiration for what you build?
I get inspiration from various things but mostly it's the beauty of wood and trying to turn it into something cool and interesting.
2- Are you good at cooking and What is your favorite thing to cook?
I would say yes, but I haven't eaten any vegetables (other than corn on the cob and potatoes) for 45 years, the day my Dad stopped making me so it's easy to make what I like.
3- What is a book that you think everyone needs to read and why?
The only books I read are instructional-type books, i.e wood finishing, photography, etc.
4- How do you pick wood for your project?
I buy exceptional wood when I have the opportunity and it may be stored for years until the right project presents itself to the size of the piece of wood.
5- What’s one thing people don’t know about you?
There was a time when my future was so bright I used to have to wear shades!
6- What was the biggest woodworking-related event that happened that changed your life?
The day I walked into the store and saw Purple Heart for the first time followed by several other exotics that I never knew existed, it was then I had a desire to find other beautiful woods to use and share the beauty.
7- What is the best and worst thing about woodworking?
The best thing is it gives me a purpose in life and the worst is the most beautiful woods are the hardest to work with.
8- What other hobbies besides woodworking do you have?
That changes but currently I still find time to photograph wildlife, surfing, concerts, and air shows. I also try to ride my electric skateboard as much as I can.
9- Who is your favorite woodworker?
There are a lot of guys doing great things, but I used to live about 5 miles from Sam Maloof and visited with him a few times, and as everyone knows he was special.
10- Hamburger or Taco? and why?
I would choose Hamburgers (Ketchup only) because they're ALL-AMERICAN right?
11- Who is the most interesting person you’ve met and talked with?
I’m a big fan of Hard Rock/Heavy Metal and have met a few people that work in that industry so I would have to say one of those guys.
12- Do you have a day job or are you retired?
I do have a day job as an access compliance specialist, surveying sites and managing construction for ADA compliance, which usually involves upgrading restrooms, door hardware, parking, and adding signage.
13- How did you hear about Woodbarter, and What keeps you coming back?
I was searching the web for images of flame Box Elder with a lot of red and the best images led me here (never did find any to purchase), I kept coming back I guess due to the Forum section and the various topics and wood for sale.
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Bonus question....
What is one question you want to ask me?
Have any killer Flame Box Elder you want to part with? LOL
Where do you get your inspiration for what you build?
I get inspiration from various things but mostly it's the beauty of wood and trying to turn it into something cool and interesting.
2- Are you good at cooking and What is your favorite thing to cook?
I would say yes, but I haven't eaten any vegetables (other than corn on the cob and potatoes) for 45 years, the day my Dad stopped making me so it's easy to make what I like.
3- What is a book that you think everyone needs to read and why?
The only books I read are instructional-type books, i.e wood finishing, photography, etc.
4- How do you pick wood for your project?
I buy exceptional wood when I have the opportunity and it may be stored for years until the right project presents itself to the size of the piece of wood.
5- What’s one thing people don’t know about you?
There was a time when my future was so bright I used to have to wear shades!
6- What was the biggest woodworking-related event that happened that changed your life?
The day I walked into the store and saw Purple Heart for the first time followed by several other exotics that I never knew existed, it was then I had a desire to find other beautiful woods to use and share the beauty.
7- What is the best and worst thing about woodworking?
The best thing is it gives me a purpose in life and the worst is the most beautiful woods are the hardest to work with.
8- What other hobbies besides woodworking do you have?
That changes but currently I still find time to photograph wildlife, surfing, concerts, and air shows. I also try to ride my electric skateboard as much as I can.
9- Who is your favorite woodworker?
There are a lot of guys doing great things, but I used to live about 5 miles from Sam Maloof and visited with him a few times, and as everyone knows he was special.
10- Hamburger or Taco? and why?
I would choose Hamburgers (Ketchup only) because they're ALL-AMERICAN right?
11- Who is the most interesting person you’ve met and talked with?
I’m a big fan of Hard Rock/Heavy Metal and have met a few people that work in that industry so I would have to say one of those guys.
12- Do you have a day job or are you retired?
I do have a day job as an access compliance specialist, surveying sites and managing construction for ADA compliance, which usually involves upgrading restrooms, door hardware, parking, and adding signage.
13- How did you hear about Woodbarter, and What keeps you coming back?
I was searching the web for images of flame Box Elder with a lot of red and the best images led me here (never did find any to purchase), I kept coming back I guess due to the Forum section and the various topics and wood for sale.
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Bonus question....
What is one question you want to ask me?
Have any killer Flame Box Elder you want to part with? LOL
