Thank you all so much for the thoughtful messages; it means the world. I know Axel and his family can feel the love as I do. Seriously honored to be able to tell a piece of Axel’s story ❤️ -Nick
I've never been a fan of abstract art, however while you were explaining as you were creating, I gained much more respect for this beautiful act of communication. Each part represented something treasured in the loss of a loved one and using the beautiful contrast in wood just creates a sort of peace about it. I hope the family can get a joyful feeling of peace from your art as well. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful.
Difference between modern abstract art and absolute craftsmanship. Anyone can respect the amount of work out into something and skill required. A lot of modern art is literally slamming things together lol
Wow! I thought I was done tearing up watching this channel…dammit right in the feels. I love that you were commissioned to make this piece; seems fitting given your own loss. Much love to Axel and his family and of course to you good sir
Axel, Shadow and Saber are not going to be forgotten and forever loved. That's in no small part due to the poetic expression of your art in woodworking, the knack you have for drawing your audience into the story, making them feel truly invested, and giving this unbelievable personal glimpse into that heart of yours. Thanks for sharing. My thoughts are with both families here. I hope this video gets more views, likes and subs you ever got off of a video, because it deserves it.
Such a Wonderful Gift for the Family , Truly from the ❤️……Thank you Nick for Sharing and may God Bless each and every one of them. You are a special individual. May the lord Bless your son also😇
Thank you for this beautiful piece. I was thinking that the two tear drops were the parents, and the center was their son. I guess that is what art is. Stunning.
WOW!!! My heart goes out to the Axel and Shadow family, as well as yours. The passing of a loved one, for any reason; always a difficult process to endure. Words can’t say enough about the feelings and emotions I have about this piece. It’s absolutely stunning! I can wholeheartedly see the passion in your builds, especially this one and for little Saber, and that will forever resonate with me. Well done! Truly…
..... WOW..... just...WOW!!! To Axel - short lived, long remembered.... and my condolences to his family, and again to you. Merry Christmas Nick, I'd say that you nailed it all around. ....where'd the tissue box go!
This is beautiful, I love the meaning that was put behind the design, though the circumstances are extremely unfortunate to say the least. The time, effort, patience and skill behind everything you do is always top notch. I love that you flat out said "keep that shit to yourself" I don't think it could have been put any better. Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely beautiful piece. It conveys so much without being insistent - a difficult feat to achieve. Well done! PS. I found your channel not long ago, and had to look twice when I saw how (relatively few) subscribers you have; I instinctually assumed you would have ten times as many. Can'r wait to see it happen!
Beautiful, tribute. Love and prayers for Axels family. The part of me that believes in something after this, sees Axel and Shadow playing together forever at peace. Literally had me in tears when you began explaining the purpose, even though I suspected that it was a memorial of sorts.
This is a beautiful tribute. I just made a memorial box for my brother-in-law who passed in August. It's amazing how an object can bring some peace and calm. My love to Axel and Shadow's family.
John this the first UA-cam of yours I have watched. The beauty and simplicity of the piece caught my eye, your talent and delivery held it, the story brought a tear to it! Thank you for sharing your passion and your heart!
I actually have a similar bending form in the shape of a water drop (ish) prepared for a project I planned for my baby son. He grew faster than I found time to finish the project and now, two years later, we’re expecting he’s sibling in February - maybe it’s time to pick up that wood chunk again… 🙂 Thanks for the reminder and great job on a though project!
Beautiful, as always. And may his family feel closer to their boy when they see this. I don’t know how you can share that part of your life so freely but it’s clear that you’re committed to sharing that love and light with others. You should be so proud man :)
I was mesmerized by this build and the sheer beauty of its organic shapes and then you explained the narrative. I found that extremely moving and my appreciation of you not only as a craftsman, but as person increased immeasurably. You're a good man Nick. The world needs more people like you mate.
Absolutely beautiful piece. Never easy losing a family member but a child, i hope i never have to go through this with any of my kids... I love how your designs are so complex but look simplistic and stunning at the same time. I wish you were based in Australia because i would certainly buy a piece from you. Keep up the amazing work and i look forward to seeing your UA-cam channel explode soon. You deserve so many more subs with the quality content you put out!
Awesome craftsmanship. It is a beautiful Tribute to Axel Jacob Reiswig and his dog shadow's memorial. As a father myself I could not imaging what his father and you are going through in the tragic loss of your sons respectively. My heart goes out to you all. The way you described his life in wood was a tear jerker for sure. Keep up the great work.
Where does one start? Your personal loss and that of a young boy and the family that has to wrestle with this for years to come. My they find peace and meaning in this cruel world we all have to face from time to time.Your work is on another level! What a beautiful piece of art that is both immensely sad and comforting.Stay safe, and my we all be kind to each other and ourselves .
I never thought I would find myself watching a woodworking video that would bring me to tears. This is an absolutely gorgeous piece, with so much meaning and love behind it.
Man, I think I’ve said it before but I really dig how you consider the timing of things and how it lines up to the music. Great work on the edit. As for your wood working it’s Stella as always and what a lovely thing to do for this family at a tough time.
I'll say it again, your ability to capture deep thoughts in wood is so keen. Your heart is in the whole process, and the script is as elegant as the piece itself.
This piece is truly a gorgeous art piece, with a beautiful story. Sending my love and prayers out to the family and yours as well! Your story and this story both brought me to tears ... you truely are gifted not just with wood but your words mean so much. Have enjoyed ever one of your videos.
Tuned in for some top class woodworking and ooft you got me right in the feels, didn’t see that coming. Beautiful work, beautiful result and a beautiful sentiment & tribute to a young man’s life. You sir are an inspiration on top of running the best woodworking channel on UA-cam, thanks ❤️
I know it's inconceivable to believe now, but there will come a time when memories of Axel bring a smile to your face before they bring a tear to your eyes. My wishes for you are that that time arrives in your life with great expediency so that you can once again enjoy the life Axel brought instead of grieving the hole he has left.
As a parent this piece hit hard and the beauty of it is something that will live with me. Thank you for making something so incredibly well thought and touching for Axels family and sharing it with us.
Stellar work. But more than that, meaningful. I remember the box you made for your son. You put all that empathy into this…a trait this world sorely lacks. You just made a grown man cry.
Absolutely Beautiful! It seems that your videos are the only ones that I comment on whereas your content carries the weight necessary to deserve such praise.
Jokes aside. At the beginning I thought it was for Saber. Propably it's this good because of him. I used to laugh at people saying you can't buy happiness, now I know better, just as you do. If you haven't shared what you shared, I would have thought you're one lucky bloke, there, in your shop doing wonderful things. I hope you are, but I also know your story. All best Nick. You are a badass
As a fellow woodworker, I aspire to greatness like this. You have a true gift of telling a story. Of showing the love you put into your art. It feels weird to say this… but congratulations on really displaying love and emotions. The family whom received this; they are so lucky, your talent and passion are shouting to the heavens. Bravo. My thoughts are with you, your family, and Axels family as well. Thank you for posting and narrating.
I have nothing more to add, other than to repeat my admiration for your heartfelt thoughts that went into this design and the skill with which you made it real. I know the family will be both excited and heartbroken when they see what you have created. As an added note, my hat goes off to you for being able to work through this when your own nerves and psyche are still raw. I wish for peace for the family and for you.
All Love to the family of Axel, i cannot imagine the extreme pain they must be going to, but i hope this immensely beautiful Piece Will remind Them of their beautiful boy, and All the good times they had together
This video hit me. Yes I understand the gap you expressed. The empty space, yes I know it well. My desire has been to create a gothic window. The way you laminate solves my construction issues. Thank you.
Wow! I'm speechless. Your designs never cease to amaze me. I love how everything comes into play with your designs and how thought out everything is. Thank you for sharing.
You have a truly unique way of having your pieces convey such deep emotion, whether its your narration, the way the video is shot, the piece itself (or more than likely a combination of all three). You are seriously one of the most original woodworking content creators out there right now. Keep it up my man - and my family and I will definitely have them in our thoughts and prayers.
So beautiful, thoughtful and passionate. Keep up the great work, so glad to be following your channel and just enjoying this kind of stuff when so much else in the world can be distracting and disheartening. Wholesome content, even if it's about a loss and just celebrating it. Thanks for sharing your work and creativity.
Ive been binging your builds mainly looking for inspiration for some of my own work and ill be gushed if both this piece and your moon box didnt take all the wind out of my sails. You know that your client base adore your work when they ask you for something so pivotal, they are both profound, however for Axels sake i think you did his memory justice. Keep up the work.
Really beautiful work, Nick! Touching history! You know... I knew (only over UA-cam) a pretty fantastic guy who died in 2018, if I'm not mistaken... And this would be perfect even for him. I don't know, I guess you captured the youngs spirit in this work. A real work of art! Anyway... Happy holidays and stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
I never thought I could feel emotional watching woodworking project, I have no words that can reflect my appreciation for beauty and meaning of this art.
Beautiful build. Now that I am a father, the only thing that comes to mind is an excerpt from a letter written by Abraham Lincoln to a Miss Bixby ..."I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming." No words can help nor can time take it away, it merely blunts the pain that is there. hopefully with time though, they can only recall the love and good memories with a vivid pallet.
I was intrigued by this build when you first started the teasers. Your design crushed it as you always do man. The angled backs of the teardrops that forms the intersecting planes is so cool. And the way you fastened the back of the floating center is wild. Something that won’t be seen, yet so thoughtfully engineered and crafted. The color contrast choices are perfection. When you explained the story it put this on a whole new level. Especially explaining shadow, and when you rotated the piece, it really did hide and blend in. What a special tribute to a life lost too soon, but surely never forgotten by those who knew him. You have crafted a wonderful piece that is sure to remind those who see it of axle’s life. Strong work man. -Ben
Man, always making videos that make me cry. I know too many people who have lost children and have closely seen the pain of that in my in-laws family. Makes my heart ache for your family and Axels.
Negative comments - what moron would have a negative comment about so many things in this that are filled with awesomeness!!! God bless Axel & Shadow's family! This design is the most beautiful I've seen yet. I know Axel's life was & still is wonderful! Heaven is the greatest home we'll ever have! Wow!! God bless y'all! 💞
Your artwork is stunning...your musing as you work are thought provoking...in this video, you have excelled in both sculpture and prose...I am both awed by your work/skill and heartbroken for a family losing someone so young. My condolences and good wishes to all.
As a beginner woodworker I get excited every time I see a new video on this channel, it inspires me to take on the challenge of becoming an expert woodworker. With that said I’ll never be able to do what you do creatively and with the design aspect. It doesn’t discourage me at all or stop me from being precise and competent in my small shop I just marvel at your work cause it’s hard for Me to even call it woodworking. It’s truly art even down to how you capture it. It’s videos like this that remind me there stuff you’re good at in life and then there’s stuff you’re just a natural at. Sending prayers to this family for their loss.
Awesome work man. Glad I found this channel. Only problem is, after many years, I thought I was pretty good and then I see someone of your level of skills. I mean that in a positive way.
I'm saying it with a simple words, I new that you likes simplicity.... 😉😉😉🤣🤣🤣 your channel and your work are one of my bset channels on UA-cam..... all the best wishes from Egypt. Ayman Hanafi
Strong! Very understandable why you get commissioned such a job. It would be difficult for most artists to be empathetic enough to do the situation justice, just for a lack of experience. Sending love to your friends, to yourself and your family.
Nick @Sawyer Design. My condolences, spiritual strength, and emotional support in prayer go out to all the family members including 'Shadow'. The loss of my 25yr old Son gives me absolute insight into all of the voids your lives now hold. The only partial consolation is time. With every seconds passing our hurt dims and eventually becomes acceptance. This piece represents the tears of both sides of the divide. The core is the eternal love ❤️ suspended in space. Ever searching for the others embrace. The design and thought behind this piece is extraordinary. I totally identify and receive the soothing hug 🫂 this piece presents. I'm in awe of your work. Other creatives will also see what I see and more. Keep up the incredible work you do. Whatever you do, do not stop uploading content. Through this median you are received and understood. I'm grateful for being able to share and identify with you all. Regards Bon 👣
Amazing story, video, craftsmanship (like usual), piece of art… I really enjoy watching ALL your videos and this one was very meaningful. Axel is for sure extremely HAPPY about this art. God Bless his family, your business, you and your family. God Bless us all. Thanks and please keep up your great work
Your sign off made me weep. I'm devastated for your loss, but in awe of how you've repeatedly given your grief physical form, pieces of art astonishing to look at
amazing work and great video as always - thank you for always sharing your whole process. your thoughtful and meaningful designs are inspiring and (while i cringe sometimes watching your hands) the way you show us how you make the complex cuts is very helpful.
Mr, Sawyer you have quickly become a very good inspiration for me..Although a woodworker for more than 40 years, not a confidant designer.. watching you for whatever reason has made me really explore design. I loved your piece For Axel. Please just keep it coming..
I wish that I could give you more than just a stupid like.......I wish I could give you a big hug ....thank you for touching our soul with your art and god's gifted skills.....reunion with our loved ones is just round the corner , the separation although painful is only temporary ...God bless❤
I am an artist… who just lost my best friend, my dad. So I feel that void very deeply, I feel the eulogy, and I understand your art. And it is beautiful. RIP Axel (I hope I spelled that right) and Shadow. RIP Saber.
I just showed up around here... (Great content, by the way!) And I'm not going to yell at you at ALL about the bandsaw vs fingers thing.. I will, however, explain to you (the same way I told Mike Farrington) that I have a visceral reaction to seeing fingers and bandsaw blades in remote proximity to each other. (Yes, even just in a video) My brain screeches like a scared child every time I see those two things together. (I'm laughing while typing this.. Cause it's true...) No offense to you or your skill, it's just something that happens.
Definitely ganja :-) And CAD is in your cabinet of possibilities too. Thank you! Fun is the best that can happen. Your eyes tell the story. Stay safe and be happy! (and smoke a little wood in the meantime). Best, Job
Spectacular work.... breathtaking. You have created a remembrance that will survive the ages, and help recall the love and goodness of the too short life of Axel and his companion Shadow.💖
Thank you… WOW… This piece of art, is astonishing in its beauty and tragedy. Thank you for sharing and articulating a tremendously difficult subject for many of us to navigate….
I've found your channel only recently. This is just incredible. Your woodworking skills are a perfect match for this beautiful tribute. I am amazed and touched by the whole story.
This is a very beautiful project indeed, and when I heard you say about who it was devoted to (your son and his dig) my eyes were no longer dry. You have very lovely spiritual values. God bless and protect your family. Warmest greetings from France. (Please forgive my comments on your Walnut angled stool)
Referring to your comment regarding rotation, the genius Nicola Tesla once said that " If you want to understand the Universe, You need to understand 3 things, Rotation, Frequency and Energy". Great video.👍❤
Thank you all so much for the thoughtful messages; it means the world. I know Axel and his family can feel the love as I do. Seriously honored to be able to tell a piece of Axel’s story ❤️
-Nick
Just want to silently stand beside you and your family, Alex and his family. 💔❤️🩹
Since sarcastic questions are encouraged by your rules I have to ask: did you realize you were making a vag1na before you started?
I've never been a fan of abstract art, however while you were explaining as you were creating, I gained much more respect for this beautiful act of communication. Each part represented something treasured in the loss of a loved one and using the beautiful contrast in wood just creates a sort of peace about it. I hope the family can get a joyful feeling of peace from your art as well. Thanks for sharing. Beautiful.
Difference between modern abstract art and absolute craftsmanship. Anyone can respect the amount of work out into something and skill required.
A lot of modern art is literally slamming things together lol
this piece is truly gorgeous, sending my love and prayers out to the family.
Thanks for the love, Will
Wow! I thought I was done tearing up watching this channel…dammit right in the feels. I love that you were commissioned to make this piece; seems fitting given your own loss. Much love to Axel and his family and of course to you good sir
Thanks Jason. Definitely all the feels on this one.
Axel, Shadow and Saber are not going to be forgotten and forever loved. That's in no small part due to the poetic expression of your art in woodworking, the knack you have for drawing your audience into the story, making them feel truly invested, and giving this unbelievable personal glimpse into that heart of yours. Thanks for sharing. My thoughts are with both families here. I hope this video gets more views, likes and subs you ever got off of a video, because it deserves it.
Such a Wonderful Gift for the Family , Truly from the ❤️……Thank you Nick for Sharing and may God Bless each and every one of them. You are a special individual. May the lord Bless your son also😇
Thank you for this beautiful piece. I was thinking that the two tear drops were the parents, and the center was their son. I guess that is what art is. Stunning.
Of course! I think that’s perfect and they’re absolutely that too. The part of design that I love is how many ways it can be translated. Thank you.
Much love Nick to you and your family as well as Axel’s.
Great piece executed with skill, emotion and care. Happy Christmas.
WOW!!! My heart goes out to the Axel and Shadow family, as well as yours. The passing of a loved one, for any reason; always a difficult process to endure. Words can’t say enough about the feelings and emotions I have about this piece. It’s absolutely stunning! I can wholeheartedly see the passion in your builds, especially this one and for little Saber, and that will forever resonate with me. Well done! Truly…
..... WOW..... just...WOW!!! To Axel - short lived, long remembered.... and my condolences to his family, and again to you.
Merry Christmas Nick, I'd say that you nailed it all around.
....where'd the tissue box go!
Thanks so much Greg. Merry Christmas!
That's a beyond beautiful piece of art. I hope that they've enjoyed it as much as I did watching you making this.
This is beautiful, I love the meaning that was put behind the design, though the circumstances are extremely unfortunate to say the least.
The time, effort, patience and skill behind everything you do is always top notch.
I love that you flat out said "keep that shit to yourself" I don't think it could have been put any better.
Thank you for sharing.
Magnificent
The love
The creativity
The sentiment
The Magnificent
is truly shining
Absolutely beautiful piece. It conveys so much without being insistent - a difficult feat to achieve. Well done!
PS. I found your channel not long ago, and had to look twice when I saw how (relatively few) subscribers you have; I instinctually assumed you would have ten times as many. Can'r wait to see it happen!
Inspiring story and flawless build. Much respect to you Nick…I can only imagine the emotions tackling another project like this brings up…
It’s been tough, but deeply rewarding. Can’t wait to give it to them.
Beautiful, tribute. Love and prayers for Axels family. The part of me that believes in something after this, sees Axel and Shadow playing together forever at peace.
Literally had me in tears when you began explaining the purpose, even though I suspected that it was a memorial of sorts.
This is a beautiful tribute. I just made a memorial box for my brother-in-law who passed in August. It's amazing how an object can bring some peace and calm. My love to Axel and Shadow's family.
John this the first UA-cam of yours I have watched. The beauty and simplicity of the piece caught my eye, your talent and delivery held it, the story brought a tear to it!
Thank you for sharing your passion and your heart!
I actually have a similar bending form in the shape of a water drop (ish) prepared for a project I planned for my baby son. He grew faster than I found time to finish the project and now, two years later, we’re expecting he’s sibling in February - maybe it’s time to pick up that wood chunk again… 🙂
Thanks for the reminder and great job on a though project!
Amazing piece. RIP to Axel and his beloved dog, Shadow. Prayers, condolences and nothing but love to the family. ✌💔
Beautiful, as always. And may his family feel closer to their boy when they see this. I don’t know how you can share that part of your life so freely but it’s clear that you’re committed to sharing that love and light with others. You should be so proud man :)
I was mesmerized by this build and the sheer beauty of its organic shapes and then you explained the narrative. I found that extremely moving and my appreciation of you not only as a craftsman, but as person increased immeasurably. You're a good man Nick. The world needs more people like you mate.
Absolutely beautiful piece. Never easy losing a family member but a child, i hope i never have to go through this with any of my kids... I love how your designs are so complex but look simplistic and stunning at the same time. I wish you were based in Australia because i would certainly buy a piece from you.
Keep up the amazing work and i look forward to seeing your UA-cam channel explode soon. You deserve so many more subs with the quality content you put out!
Awesome craftsmanship. It is a beautiful Tribute to Axel Jacob Reiswig and his dog shadow's memorial. As a father myself I could not imaging what his father and you are going through in the tragic loss of your sons respectively. My heart goes out to you all. The way you described his life in wood was a tear jerker for sure. Keep up the great work.
Where does one start? Your personal loss and that of a young boy and the family that has to wrestle with this for years to come. My they find peace and meaning in this cruel world we all have to face from time to time.Your work is on another level! What a beautiful piece of art that is both immensely sad and comforting.Stay safe, and my we all be kind to each other and ourselves .
I never thought I would find myself watching a woodworking video that would bring me to tears. This is an absolutely gorgeous piece, with so much meaning and love behind it.
This piece is absolutely beautiful on so many levels. The thought and emotion that went into it is incredible.
This one hit me in the feels bro! My thoughts are with the family and yours as well! As always your work is beautiful and this one was more than most.
Man, I think I’ve said it before but I really dig how you consider the timing of things and how it lines up to the music. Great work on the edit. As for your wood working it’s Stella as always and what a lovely thing to do for this family at a tough time.
I'll say it again, your ability to capture deep thoughts in wood is so keen. Your heart is in the whole process, and the script is as elegant as the piece itself.
This piece is truly a gorgeous art piece, with a beautiful story. Sending my love and prayers out to the family and yours as well! Your story and this story both brought me to tears ... you truely are gifted not just with wood but your words mean so much. Have enjoyed ever one of your videos.
Tuned in for some top class woodworking and ooft you got me right in the feels, didn’t see that coming. Beautiful work, beautiful result and a beautiful sentiment & tribute to a young man’s life. You sir are an inspiration on top of running the best woodworking channel on UA-cam, thanks ❤️
Amazing, Nick. I agree you're the only guy who could have executed this project.
I know it's inconceivable to believe now, but there will come a time when memories of Axel bring a smile to your face before they bring a tear to your eyes. My wishes for you are that that time arrives in your life with great expediency so that you can once again enjoy the life Axel brought instead of grieving the hole he has left.
As a parent this piece hit hard and the beauty of it is something that will live with me. Thank you for making something so incredibly well thought and touching for Axels family and sharing it with us.
My heart breaks for yours and Axel's family, but my spirit delights in the love and compassion that was yours to share.
Bless Axel and Shadow and those they've momentarily left behind.
Stellar work. But more than that, meaningful. I remember the box you made for your son. You put all that empathy into this…a trait this world sorely lacks. You just made a grown man cry.
Magnificent in thoughts and build. Our prayers to you all.
Achingly beautiful...both the work, your caring soul, and Axel's, which moved you to make this stunning piece.
Absolutely Beautiful! It seems that your videos are the only ones that I comment on whereas your content carries the weight necessary to deserve such praise.
Another masterpiece.
RIP Axel & Shadow.
Jokes aside. At the beginning I thought it was for Saber. Propably it's this good because of him.
I used to laugh at people saying you can't buy happiness, now I know better, just as you do. If you haven't shared what you shared, I would have thought you're one lucky bloke, there, in your shop doing wonderful things. I hope you are, but I also know your story. All best Nick. You are a badass
Your work is exquisite my man 🤙🏽 love watching your process and really appreciated the backstory. Keep on planing!
As a fellow woodworker, I aspire to greatness like this. You have a true gift of telling a story. Of showing the love you put into your art. It feels weird to say this… but congratulations on really displaying love and emotions. The family whom received this; they are so lucky, your talent and passion are shouting to the heavens. Bravo. My thoughts are with you, your family, and Axels family as well. Thank you for posting and narrating.
I have nothing more to add, other than to repeat my admiration for your heartfelt thoughts that went into this design and the skill with which you made it real. I know the family will be both excited and heartbroken when they see what you have created. As an added note, my hat goes off to you for being able to work through this when your own nerves and psyche are still raw. I wish for peace for the family and for you.
Awesome work; really heartfelt. Bravo!
So cool, my friend…I am sure the family was pleased.
All Love to the family of Axel, i cannot imagine the extreme pain they must be going to, but i hope this immensely beautiful Piece Will remind Them of their beautiful boy, and All the good times they had together
This video hit me. Yes I understand the gap you expressed. The empty space, yes I know it well.
My desire has been to create a gothic window. The way you laminate solves my construction issues. Thank you.
Wow! I'm speechless. Your designs never cease to amaze me. I love how everything comes into play with your designs and how thought out everything is. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful piece Sir. Thank you for sharing.
You are an inspiration Nick. Thank you for showing us your heart in your creations and in honouring the recipients of those creations.
You have a truly unique way of having your pieces convey such deep emotion, whether its your narration, the way the video is shot, the piece itself (or more than likely a combination of all three). You are seriously one of the most original woodworking content creators out there right now. Keep it up my man - and my family and I will definitely have them in our thoughts and prayers.
Storytelling at its highest level. Bravo.
Absolutely beautiful what you crafted for that family. You truly have a gift. Inspiration.
So beautiful, thoughtful and passionate. Keep up the great work, so glad to be following your channel and just enjoying this kind of stuff when so much else in the world can be distracting and disheartening. Wholesome content, even if it's about a loss and just celebrating it. Thanks for sharing your work and creativity.
What a beautiful tribute as an artist and woodworker, and also as a videographer in conveying the gravitas of this work to us.
Thank you
Ive been binging your builds mainly looking for inspiration for some of my own work and ill be gushed if both this piece and your moon box didnt take all the wind out of my sails. You know that your client base adore your work when they ask you for something so pivotal, they are both profound, however for Axels sake i think you did his memory justice. Keep up the work.
2022 goal - Make 1 piece with the passion that you put into every detail... Respect and love.
Really beautiful work, Nick! Touching history!
You know... I knew (only over UA-cam) a pretty fantastic guy who died in 2018, if I'm not mistaken... And this would be perfect even for him.
I don't know, I guess you captured the youngs spirit in this work. A real work of art!
Anyway... Happy holidays and stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Your thought process is fascinating to follow.
Absolutely Fantastic! And my God bless this family in their time of loss.
been looking forward to this one man. Beautiful for so many different reasons.
So beautiful
Speechless and in tears.
Thank you Sawyer.
I never thought I could feel emotional watching woodworking project, I have no words that can reflect my appreciation for beauty and meaning of this art.
Beautiful, touching, well done.
An artist with a heart of gold.
Beautiful build. Now that I am a father, the only thing that comes to mind is an excerpt from a letter written by Abraham Lincoln to a Miss Bixby ..."I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming." No words can help nor can time take it away, it merely blunts the pain that is there. hopefully with time though, they can only recall the love and good memories with a vivid pallet.
I was intrigued by this build when you first started the teasers. Your design crushed it as you always do man. The angled backs of the teardrops that forms the intersecting planes is so cool. And the way you fastened the back of the floating center is wild. Something that won’t be seen, yet so thoughtfully engineered and crafted. The color contrast choices are perfection.
When you explained the story it put this on a whole new level. Especially explaining shadow, and when you rotated the piece, it really did hide and blend in.
What a special tribute to a life lost too soon, but surely never forgotten by those who knew him.
You have crafted a wonderful piece that is sure to remind those who see it of axle’s life. Strong work man.
-Ben
Man, always making videos that make me cry. I know too many people who have lost children and have closely seen the pain of that in my in-laws family. Makes my heart ache for your family and Axels.
Negative comments - what moron would have a negative comment about so many things in this that are filled with awesomeness!!! God bless Axel & Shadow's family! This design is the most beautiful I've seen yet. I know Axel's life was & still is wonderful! Heaven is the greatest home we'll ever have! Wow!! God bless y'all! 💞
You talk too much. Talk less and do more.
Your artwork is stunning...your musing as you work are thought provoking...in this video, you have excelled in both sculpture and prose...I am both awed by your work/skill and heartbroken for a family losing someone so young. My condolences and good wishes to all.
Well done. Just beautiful.
Brother what a beautiful story and truly amazing work of art. A handsome piece and a fitting memorial. 👐🙌
As a beginner woodworker I get excited every time I see a new video on this channel, it inspires me to take on the challenge of becoming an expert woodworker. With that said I’ll never be able to do what you do creatively and with the design aspect. It doesn’t discourage me at all or stop me from being precise and competent in my small shop I just marvel at your work cause it’s hard for
Me to even call it woodworking. It’s truly art even down to how you capture it. It’s videos like this that remind me there stuff you’re good at in life and then there’s stuff you’re just a natural at. Sending prayers to this family for their loss.
Awesome work man. Glad I found this channel. Only problem is, after many years, I thought I was pretty good and then I see someone of your level of skills. I mean that in a positive way.
Awesome 👍 Beautiful Videos,...
I Appreciate all your Tips and Tricks Videos keep up the great build and Work 👍 guys
I met you at that estate sale. I said then and will say it now. Your designs are incredible, and this build is too. Very nice memorial piece!
Hey Joe! Thanks so much man
I couldn't agree with you more... awesome!
I'm saying it with a simple words, I new that you likes simplicity.... 😉😉😉🤣🤣🤣
your channel and your work are one of my bset channels on UA-cam..... all the best wishes from Egypt.
Ayman Hanafi
Strong! Very understandable why you get commissioned such a job. It would be difficult for most artists to be empathetic enough to do the situation justice, just for a lack of experience. Sending love to your friends, to yourself and your family.
Nick @Sawyer Design.
My condolences, spiritual strength, and emotional support in prayer go out to all the family members including 'Shadow'.
The loss of my 25yr old Son gives me absolute insight into all of the voids your lives now hold.
The only partial consolation is time. With every seconds passing our hurt dims and eventually becomes acceptance.
This piece represents the tears of both sides of the divide. The core is the eternal love ❤️ suspended in space. Ever searching for the others embrace.
The design and thought behind this piece is extraordinary. I totally identify and receive the soothing hug 🫂 this piece presents.
I'm in awe of your work. Other creatives will also see what I see and more.
Keep up the incredible work you do. Whatever you do, do not stop uploading content. Through this median you are received and understood.
I'm grateful for being able to share and identify with you all.
Regards
Bon 👣
Amazing story, video, craftsmanship (like usual), piece of art… I really enjoy watching ALL your videos and this one was very meaningful. Axel is for sure extremely HAPPY about this art. God Bless his family, your business, you and your family. God Bless us all. Thanks and please keep up your great work
Your sign off made me weep.
I'm devastated for your loss, but in awe of how you've repeatedly given your grief physical form, pieces of art astonishing to look at
I made a memorial piece for my grandson. The single hardest thing I’ve ever done. Im sure the family will deeply treasure this work.
Just an amazing peace of art ❤️🙏 All my love & parayers to the family and you 👍🏼🇨🇦❤️
amazing work and great video as always - thank you for always sharing your whole process. your thoughtful and meaningful designs are inspiring and (while i cringe sometimes watching your hands) the way you show us how you make the complex cuts is very helpful.
Mr, Sawyer you have quickly become a very good inspiration for me..Although a woodworker for more than 40 years, not a confidant designer.. watching you for whatever reason has made me really explore design. I loved your piece For Axel. Please just keep it coming..
I wish that I could give you more than just a stupid like.......I wish I could give you a big hug ....thank you for touching our soul with your art and god's gifted skills.....reunion with our loved ones is just round the corner , the separation although painful is only temporary ...God bless❤
I am an artist… who just lost my best friend, my dad. So I feel that void very deeply, I feel the eulogy, and I understand your art. And it is beautiful. RIP Axel (I hope I spelled that right) and Shadow. RIP Saber.
I just showed up around here... (Great content, by the way!) And I'm not going to yell at you at ALL about the bandsaw vs fingers thing.. I will, however, explain to you (the same way I told Mike Farrington) that I have a visceral reaction to seeing fingers and bandsaw blades in remote proximity to each other. (Yes, even just in a video) My brain screeches like a scared child every time I see those two things together. (I'm laughing while typing this.. Cause it's true...) No offense to you or your skill, it's just something that happens.
Definitely ganja :-) And CAD is in your cabinet of possibilities too. Thank you! Fun is the best that can happen. Your eyes tell the story. Stay safe and be happy! (and smoke a little wood in the meantime). Best, Job
Spectacular work.... breathtaking. You have created a remembrance that will survive the ages, and help recall the love and goodness of the too short life of Axel and his companion Shadow.💖
Thank you…
WOW…
This piece of art, is astonishing in its beauty and tragedy.
Thank you for sharing and articulating a tremendously difficult subject for many of us to navigate….
I've found your channel only recently. This is just incredible. Your woodworking skills are a perfect match for this beautiful tribute. I am amazed and touched by the whole story.
This is a very beautiful project indeed, and when I heard you say about who it was devoted to (your son and his dig) my eyes were no longer dry. You have very lovely spiritual values. God bless and protect your family.
Warmest greetings from France.
(Please forgive my comments on your Walnut angled stool)
Outstanding sculpture and an extremely good representation of life's circle. You have my condolences for Axel's family!
Referring to your comment regarding rotation, the genius Nicola Tesla once said that " If you want to understand the Universe, You need to understand 3 things, Rotation, Frequency and Energy". Great video.👍❤