Great work, Todd!
I can really see the richness of that beautiful green paint now, whereas before it want just green paint.
You've inspired me to post about an observation I've contemplated for a long time now...
For years I have seen the term The Art of Polishing Paint being bantered about.
I used to spout the term myself, occasionally blurting something like, "Paint polishing is an art!"
Now, after countless hours standing behind that crazy whirling surface modifying machine, I have to say that in my opinion, paint polishing is not an art at all.
Instead, I believe that paint polishing (and all things associated with restoring or improving the beauty of a paint job), is a craft that someone learns through education, methodology, and trial & error experience. To become skilled, one must have the desire to take the job to the next level at every opportunity, and must essentially compete against oneself to achieve a better result every time.
Eventually, one uses his talent to reach the level of craftsman.
The best craftsmen among us make paint polishing look easy.
The average guy looks at a craftsman and says, "What talent! You have mastered the ART of polishing paint!"
I believe that is incorrect and discounts years of effort put forth by an individual.
Instead, I say that the paint polisher that has honed his craft is indeed a craftsman.
However- craftsmen that love their work and maintain the desire to make themselves better every time are not just craftsmen.
THEY ARE ARTISTS.
Joe Fernandez from Superior Shine? Paint polishing craftsman and artist.
Steve Brown at Alpine Electronics? Car audio craftsman and artist.
Mike Normile at Normile Concepts in California? Chassis building craftsman and artist.
But this guy, Todd?
HE is an ARTIST, too.
Great talent, fantastic job. :notworthy:
Excellent write up as well. Thanks for taking the time and sharing.
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