A few weeks back I went to a local higher end art fair. There were a half dozen or so woodworkers from around the area. What I noticed was the pieces were very skillfully made with nice design, but the finish seemed to be a quick spray and go. I know these folks don’t get what they deserve for the time put into these pieces, but it seems to me finish is critical.
As we all know, the first thing folks do is run their fingers over the piece. I couldn’t help notice the sort of ho hum impression folks had. I was really surprised to feel what little effort was made to the final finish. I know I’m a bit OCD on finish, and spend way more time on it than what could be charged for a piece at an art fair, but you would think they would at least knock down the dust nibs. Just an observation.