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10-28-2017, 09:46 PM
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My Experience at the 2017 Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase
I just came back tonight from attending this year's event. I have to say every time I attend my mind is blown, not just by the incredible amount of artistry and talent, but the welcoming nature of all the exhibitors. It was great to see some familiar faces again, as well as meet new ones, having not attended in a while.
It was amazing how many people attended the event - parking was pretty crazy! Very happy to see. More to come; it does feel good to get back into the swing of things... 
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10-29-2017, 10:10 AM
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Before I begin, I apologize that I wasn't able to meet with more luthiers at the show, as I decided to go at the last minute, and didn't plan to stay the weekend like I normally do. Also it was pretty crowded, even until closing on Saturday, so many of the pics got decapitated....
One of the latest from Woody Phifer. The man makes some crazy contours on his guitars; I remember his electrics from the 90s... https://flic.kr/p/FYDgLr Michi Matsuda... he told me the pickguard is reminiscent of those found on Japanese instruments. https://flic.kr/p/FYDhAT A MDW and OM from Jason Kostal. Thanks so much for our extended conversation, you and all there are inspiration for me. https://flic.kr/p/FYDhJZ https://flic.kr/p/FYDhRH The ever-cool Chris Ensor, who has helped me out getting some of my woods processed for building. One of his amazing guitars: https://flic.kr/p/FYDi4r Some of the craziness from Klein/Kauffman: https://flic.kr/p/FYDimk Not an acoustic, but... https://flic.kr/p/FYDixn
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10-29-2017, 10:12 AM
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Amazing guitar from Emile Gervais:
https://flic.kr/p/FYDiTn Very cool matte finish PRS: https://flic.kr/p/ZVeQRD https://flic.kr/p/FYDj7t The unique and cool guitars of Fred Pons of Kopo Guitars: https://flic.kr/p/ZVeR9T John Monteleone with one of his amazing archtops: https://flic.kr/p/ZVeS9i Stephen Marchione, really cool guy and great guitars: https://flic.kr/p/ZVeSi6 Michael Baranik's new parlor design. Unique and great sounding... https://flic.kr/p/ZVeSFR
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10-29-2017, 10:21 AM
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The totally crazy harp guitar of Michel Pellerin:
https://flic.kr/p/ZVeTjV A great pic of Keisuke Nishi and his guitar! Love the compound curved cutaway and heel... https://flic.kr/p/ZVeWAK https://flic.kr/p/ZVeU4k My man, Bruce Sexauer, and this ultra-light flamenco guitar! https://flic.kr/p/ZVeUVR Hanging out with none other than John Slobod! https://flic.kr/p/FYDh6p Did not get a chance to talk with the guy that built this, but wow! https://flic.kr/p/FYDhqn
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10-29-2017, 10:27 AM
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Love Mike's parlour guitars! Thx for the posts.
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1930 Martin OM-28 2017 LeGeyt Parlor 2021 LeGeyt CLM Red/Tree 2021 Kostal MDW German/Pernambuco
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10-29-2017, 10:31 AM
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Another favorite, Hiro Ogino, with this gem...
https://flic.kr/p/ZVeViz https://flic.kr/p/ZVeV7c The Petros with the amzing figured redwood top! https://flic.kr/p/ZVeVKB Cris Mirabella and his amazing archtop! https://flic.kr/p/ZVeWfV An ol' friend from the MIMF and AGF, Allan Carruth, with his amazing harp guitar... https://flic.kr/p/ZVeWRz Michael Kennedy of Indian Hill Guitars, with a beautiful f-hole flat top and ultra-loud tenor guitar: https://flic.kr/p/ZVeXh4 I had pics of Martin Keith's, MJ Franks, and Julian Gaffney's latest creations, but for some reason I can't find them on the phone... Sorry guys! There were so many more exhibitors I wanted to visit, but couldn't because of time restraints. Shout out to Baker Rorick for yet another incredible event! I love the venue, and hope it gets better and better!
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#7
10-29-2017, 12:18 PM
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Thanks so much for posting all the photos!!!
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John Tucson, AZ 2020 Kraut 00, Swiss/Brazilian, build 2018 Eady EG Pro Electric, Redwood/Mahogany 2013 Baranik Meridian, Blue Spruce/Cocobolo, build 2008 Baranik CX, Blue Spruce/African Blackwood 2008 Breedlove A20 Masterclass 12-string, Adi/IRW 2003 Thames classical, Euro/Brazilian Fodera Standard 4 Fretless bass, figured walnut
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#8
10-29-2017, 12:33 PM
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#9
10-30-2017, 06:37 AM
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Woolson
Yes, definitely Paul's - and priced the same as his "regular" guitar that was next to it. You could lose yourself in looking at that.
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The Bard Rocks Fay OM Sinker Redwood/Tiger Myrtle Sexauer L00 Adk/Magnolia For Sale Hatcher Jumbo Bearclaw/"Bacon" Padauk Goodall Jumbo POC/flamed Mahogany Appollonio 12 POC/Myrtle MJ Franks Resonator, all Australian Blackwood Blackbird "Lucky 13" - carbon fiber '31 National Duolian + many other stringed instruments.
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#10
10-30-2017, 10:46 AM
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Thanks guys! Wish I met some of you there, but it was a last-minute thing for me.
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