I was introduced to this trade at the early age of 9, by a master carpenter:  my father. By the age of 14, he had trained me so well that I was very familiar with the restoration process.  Under my late father's supervision, I was capable of performing such tasks as stripping the furniture, French Polish, English Polish and fixing simple veneer problems. 

Even though I was very good at this, my passion for photography took over. I went to photography school, where I was taught to pay attention to details that the untrained eye rarely sees.

In the end, a combination of great knowledge in refinishing antiques and being able to notice minor details provided me with the right skills to start up the business that I am now running.