The Transition from Artist/Artisan to Businessman 001
I make banjos because it is a total expression of myself and my interests which include music, engineering, beauty and ergonomics. I went into full-time lutherie in 2009. I want to document my journey to survive as an artist and businessman.
Many people have artistic urges and may fantasize about a life that reflects these inner desires. The popularity of “The Secret” and expressions such as “Just do it” attest to this.
Fantasizing about a thing and doing it are quite different. The daily struggle for survival can be exhausting, but for me at least, it is too late to go back to punching the clock. My struggles and triumphs may or may not be typical, but somewhere out there is a person I may help. Also writing about it is therapeutic.
There may be a book in this head of mine, but if I do not take the time to write, it will never materialize. Therefore I have initiated this WordPress blog.
I leave you with the Luther’s Theme Song. The song is sung to “Soldier’s Joy” a traditional fiddle tune.
Oh the glorious life of a luthier
The glorious life for me
The glorious life of a luthier
Hurrah for lutherie
I got glue on my fingertips
Lacquer up my nose
But I’m not unhappy
As you might suppose
This glorious life makes up for all of those
It’s the glorious life for me!
