Measure Twice, Cut Once
Diptychs are grand story tellers connecting two art pieces by a common theme. The message in this diptych contains sage advice from my dad. Measure twice, cut once. Taken literally, it is important to measure twice for accuracy before the cut is made. Figuratively, this advice causes me to take a step back before making a final decision that cannot be changed. I do not remember what my dad was building that day when he said, “Nat, always measure twice and cut once.” Fragments of memories are internal mementos stored in my mind. Found mementos are concrete pieces, gathered collectively, forming this piece titled, Measure Twice, Cut Once. My dad taught me many lessons in life. He was an artist, a life long learner and a lover of adventure. I celebrate his life with a dime on every art piece I create. Thank you Dad. Measure Twice, Cut Once - 24” x 36” - 2024
Diptychs are grand story tellers connecting two art pieces by a common theme. The message in this diptych contains sage advice from my dad. Measure twice, cut once. Taken literally, it is important to measure twice for accuracy before the cut is made. Figuratively, this advice causes me to take a step back before making a final decision that cannot be changed. I do not remember what my dad was building that day when he said, “Nat, always measure twice and cut once.” Fragments of memories are internal mementos stored in my mind. Found mementos are concrete pieces, gathered collectively, forming this piece titled, Measure Twice, Cut Once. My dad taught me many lessons in life. He was an artist, a life long learner and a lover of adventure. I celebrate his life with a dime on every art piece I create. Thank you Dad. Measure Twice, Cut Once - 24” x 36” - 2024
Diptychs are grand story tellers connecting two art pieces by a common theme. The message in this diptych contains sage advice from my dad. Measure twice, cut once. Taken literally, it is important to measure twice for accuracy before the cut is made. Figuratively, this advice causes me to take a step back before making a final decision that cannot be changed. I do not remember what my dad was building that day when he said, “Nat, always measure twice and cut once.” Fragments of memories are internal mementos stored in my mind. Found mementos are concrete pieces, gathered collectively, forming this piece titled, Measure Twice, Cut Once. My dad taught me many lessons in life. He was an artist, a life long learner and a lover of adventure. I celebrate his life with a dime on every art piece I create. Thank you Dad. Measure Twice, Cut Once - 24” x 36” - 2024