Day In The Life of a Luthier

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  • Опубліковано 27 сер 2022
  • The beginning of this video is weird.
    What I wanted to say ultimately was that my day now isn't like my day used to be. I want to encourage more people into the industry, because the culture of horrendous working environments at the beginning, and causing people to drop out of what can be a wonderful life, will have to change if there is more accountability. It's a great job - tough at times as is every freelance job - but the common thing that is frustrating to me is when professional luthiers don't encourage new entrances. Of course there are many amazing colleagues who are the most inspiring and welcoming people ever, and this is something that is steadily growing - so this is your sign to give lutherie a go if you were considering it! I hope this makes sense. It's very hard for me to explain properly.
    Also, by lord we need more women and minority backgrounds. It's worth it, and I recommend that if you liked the look of my day in this video, please give it a whirl!
    In this video, I used and referred to:
    Luthier Vice:
    stewmac.sjv.io/ZdaxMQ
    Marketing course:
    daisytempest.thinkific.com
    Instagram: daisy_tempest

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  • @DavidVanmeterDutch
    @DavidVanmeterDutch Рік тому +19

    As many have and will say, you are living what I could only wish I had the guts to do! Whatever your personal level of success is or feels like, I appreciate people like you exist and share your life. It shows that this kind of life is achievable if you want it enough and want to work for it. Thanks!

  • @FXJunky
    @FXJunky Рік тому +7

    Greetings from a grunt worker at the Martin Factory. loving your channel!

  • @dnick1981
    @dnick1981 Рік тому +20

    My late father was a luthier. I did many many woodwork projects in his workshop growing up. That shot of you making plunger coffee really got me! God I would love to be back in his workshop having a coffee and making something! Love the channel! You are going to be huge!!

    • @LiloUkulele
      @LiloUkulele Рік тому

      I can relate...years ago I borrowed my friends tiny shop for a day...40 years later I still remember the golden afternoon light beaming in and alighting all the dust motes, listening to classical music. a moment, a memory in time. At 70, retired, I'm finally building a little shop and plan on building guitars...pouring a foundation this week...gotta hurry up!

  • @greengohm
    @greengohm Рік тому +154

    There's something deeply wrong with the world because I can only give one thumbs up to this video. I'm thoroughly outraged!

    • @DaisyTempest
      @DaisyTempest  Рік тому +16

      😂❤️ too kind!

    • @Oldtimerider
      @Oldtimerider Рік тому +7

      You can do even better. Make a donation with the “thanks” button.

    • @expatmoose
      @expatmoose Рік тому +2

      Have more accounts, problem solved😂😂😂

  • @paullazarro4295
    @paullazarro4295 Рік тому +3

    Walnut is one of my favorite woods too. So rich and warm but with character.

  • @zosotexas
    @zosotexas 11 місяців тому +2

    Drawing a glue shaped guitar for glue up was just 👌. What whimsy and show of love for the craft (both guitar making and cinematography) ❤

  • @Blueshade
    @Blueshade Рік тому +13

    So happy the UA-cam algorithm led me to such an amazing person who is doing what she loves and living her best life as well. Love your personality and the passion you show in making guitars. I am looking at buying a semi-hollow body guitar which is what led me to your channel and I could not be happier. I look forward to following you on your journey! Oh and hello from Michigan!

  • @ricklee4513
    @ricklee4513 Рік тому +5

    Thanks Daisy, good to see that it’s not all bells and whistles but like all worthwhile ventures and journeys it requires discipline and consistency and focus. So yes thank you.

  • @2old4u
    @2old4u Рік тому +8

    Talent, skill and charm. Perfect.

  • @Birkguitars
    @Birkguitars Рік тому +12

    I have spent the afternoon making progress with my workshop so I am nowhere near this stage in my plans for luthiers but its getting there. A huge pile of slab sawn ash is going to become a workbench but there is a lot of organising needed before the cutting starts. In the meantime seeing others whose hard work is paying off is a huge inspiration.

  • @rogerbranton1752
    @rogerbranton1752 Рік тому +22

    Every guitar should be made by somebody so lovely! How on earth did you luck into the name, "Daisy Tempest"?!?! It's fantastic.

  • @randalnielson6857
    @randalnielson6857 Рік тому +16

    I needed this channel on such a variety of levels. Holy shit. Please accept this as a compliment that’s enthusiastic and sincere: you’ve elevated and modernized everything that was great about Bob Ross, in my opinion. And surely without intending to, which is the coolest part. Rock on, Tempest.

  • @jo_boo
    @jo_boo Рік тому +11

    I built my first guitar 4 months ago started my business right after that and absolutely love the work it is precision crafting right out the gate from glue up all the way to boxing for delivery, I am milling my wood for next year but currently I have been using antique furniture especially mahogany I put in 12hr days 7 days a week there is not enough time in the day and I have never experienced this feeling towards anything before in my life very powerful this craft is love it love it

    • @oldmanpatriot1490
      @oldmanpatriot1490 Рік тому

      Is the guitar on your page the one you built.??

    • @jo_boo
      @jo_boo Рік тому

      @@oldmanpatriot1490 UA-cam search for Jo-Boo I use pictures of it for my cover art it is a 7 string, I have used it to record several songs "Night OutShines The Day"... "If You Only Wanted To"... "SliK"... "Just A Little Longer" to name a few

  • @CAMELOT331
    @CAMELOT331 Рік тому +3

    Glad you were recommended to me. I love the process behind all of this.

  • @gcvrsa
    @gcvrsa Рік тому +18

    How wonderful to see a young woman who has entered the craft! I'm so glad I found this video via UA-cam's suggestions, and I look forward to seeing the rest of your videos.

  • @ConstrutorMusical
    @ConstrutorMusical Рік тому +4

    Does the glue must be poured in a guitar shape to work? 😆 Great content. Cheers from Brazil.

  • @chrisjackson7986
    @chrisjackson7986 Рік тому +1

    Hi Daisy. I love your videos. You make all of us "wannabe" luthiers envious. Keep living your dream and keep those videos coming.

  • @TheAaron3dg
    @TheAaron3dg Рік тому +1

    Thank you for making and posting this! So awesome to see what's involved in the creation of a beautiful instrument

  • @marcreno893
    @marcreno893 Рік тому +2

    Ahhhh Nothing like the smell of wood first thing in the morning 😊 hellooo from Pittsburgh PA

  • @karlvanbeckum9029
    @karlvanbeckum9029 Рік тому +5

    Love this content!! It's great to see the finer details of you're work. Cheers!

  • @Eskoflip86
    @Eskoflip86 Рік тому +4

    Man I love watching these videos, there's something so relaxing and satisfying for me about watching somebody create something beautiful grom a piece of wood. I'd love to have a fraction of your talent.

  • @gunsmith308
    @gunsmith308 Рік тому +7

    It's so nice to see a young girl like you keeping the ancient craft of the luthier alive. Special thanks to the crazy UA-cam algorithm for putting you in my way.
    You just earned a subscriber from Brazil. ;)

  • @malmalamie2732
    @malmalamie2732 Рік тому +4

    Always look forward to these videos, and they never disappoint.
    Love the cartoons/artwork and music , calming,informative and interesting.
    Nice work 🎶🎸👍

  • @jpavlvs
    @jpavlvs Рік тому +2

    I love your passion for your work. I also love the information you pass on. Thank you.

  • @masterwong3837
    @masterwong3837 Рік тому +2

    Wow! This vid makes me believe in humanity again, knowing such sweet and lovely persons build guitars for a living and being so engaged with it. Great, love it!

  • @theRandy712
    @theRandy712 Рік тому

    What a beautiful way to spend your day, I'm both envious and so happy for you. Creativity, hard work, and socializing.

  • @Don_from_cairns_australia
    @Don_from_cairns_australia Рік тому +3

    Glad your Chanel came up on my feed, I’ve done two guitar building courses here in Australia using all Australian Timbers. Your guitars are simply stunning. I hope you have a long a prosperous future with Lutherie

  • @Marcus_C51
    @Marcus_C51 Рік тому

    Thank you for taking us along to see your workday, I must say it looks extremely rewarding Daisy!

  • @robertpearson8798
    @robertpearson8798 Рік тому +3

    As a Canadian who does some woodworking I’m very familiar with Black Walnut. It’s a beautiful wood to work with and I personally love the aroma of it. It has a beautiful appearance and isn’t prone to burn marks from power tool cutters like cherry or hard maple.

  • @corydhmiller
    @corydhmiller Рік тому

    Love seeing this passion and care for such a beautiful craft. Thanks for sharing this, Daisy. I'm going to show this to my daughters for sure.

  • @ianbrown4242
    @ianbrown4242 Рік тому

    One of life's great joys is stumbling across a new youTube channel and knowing you're just going to love the hell out of it.

  • @golflre7179
    @golflre7179 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for doing this vid. So fun to watch what you do.

  • @markokrstanovic3444
    @markokrstanovic3444 Рік тому +1

    As someone who's been playing guitar for about 13 years, I just realised I've never seen the actual guitar-making process until now! Subscribed instantly :)

  • @divergentguitars
    @divergentguitars Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this lovely glimpse into your life! I truly wish I'd started learning luthiery when I was younger. Started in my 40s and now it's my favorite thing to do!
    That black walnut timber set looks fabulous! Looking forward to seeing the guitar it becomes!!

  • @csm120
    @csm120 Рік тому +3

    I'm a musician, but sometimes I really do want to be a luthier. It's an amazing job, and I'm sure you must feel very grateful after the day is done.

  • @AnthWood
    @AnthWood Рік тому +1

    Amazing and a pleasure to watch. Its really nice to see that we still have Makers like Daisy keeping a tradition alive. Well done anf keep up the good work and I look forward to your next video. Anth

  • @basanova3382
    @basanova3382 Рік тому

    You made me smile and gave me that warm, welcoming feeling. You are delightful. Thank you for sharing your passion and talent. 💙

  • @malcolmjames1866
    @malcolmjames1866 Рік тому +1

    I spent yesterday drawing the Cad drawings for my headstock jig, then remembered that I needed to thin my headstocks ready for the jig and drew up some code to thickness them down to size. This afternoon, I put them on the machine and they're now the right size, and I machined part of the headstock jig. Tonight you show me the proper way of doing it! Love the video.

  • @zwitchguitars
    @zwitchguitars Рік тому +9

    Timely video for me. For various reasons, I left my tech job Friday with no other plans than making guitars/selling cutting boards. Only way to find out if I can do it is to do it!

    • @zwitchguitars
      @zwitchguitars Рік тому

      @@George_Snow Thanks for the vote of confidence Stuart!

  • @T1374
    @T1374 Рік тому

    I smiled though this whole video because you have so much joy building guitars. All I did through lockdowns was take a damaged guitar and tried to revive it, but you're starting from pieces of wood. You're awesome.

  • @WoefulMinion
    @WoefulMinion Рік тому +12

    Lovely video! The quote is from Nora Roberts: "If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place."

    • @stuartkeithguitars4251
      @stuartkeithguitars4251 Рік тому

      I still like Nora Jones better. This Nora took too long to tell you to get off your ass.
      Make a goal and take one step. Don't feed me BS excuses.

    • @offbeatbassgear
      @offbeatbassgear Рік тому

      Weird, I live one town over from her, actually.

  • @dwaynekoblitz6032
    @dwaynekoblitz6032 11 місяців тому

    I need to watch a video from you every morning. Really nice way to start my day.

  • @mastercraft5798
    @mastercraft5798 Рік тому

    Great vid! Very interesting and most impressive. I'm looking forward to watching your other videos to see how you manage to work iwith the limited amount of space that you have, but more importantly, how you work to create your instruments.
    I was lucky to have stumbled onto this video - and have to say - you really are a breath of fresh air to the luthier sites.
    I hope you have huge success.

  • @jimduckett7128
    @jimduckett7128 Рік тому +1

    Thanks ever so much, Daisy!

  • @srleb3462
    @srleb3462 Рік тому

    Respect for your decision to give a long lasting soul to these pieces of wood and diligence in those beautiful crafts... 💕

  • @michaelpepper7230
    @michaelpepper7230 Рік тому +1

    I'm in the process of making my first guitar for my son. It's a course done through DVA here in Australia. The instructors and others on the course are great people. It really opened my eyes up to just how much detail goes into making them from scratch by hand and not mass produced guitars. I'm glad this video popped up. I've seen lots of different ways people make them from very basic tools on the floor to factories making hundreds a day. Well done to you for your choice of career.

  • @kevinronald4137
    @kevinronald4137 Рік тому +1

    Miss Tempest you have such a cheery warmth about you that it is a pleasure to watch you work. I look forward to seeing your black walnut (by Royal Appointment) guitar in the future.

  • @rrdee8138
    @rrdee8138 Рік тому +1

    Another excellent video thx again for sharing your time and knowledge with us it is very appreciated

  • @jamestonguet1737
    @jamestonguet1737 Рік тому

    Great vid, I've been a Luthier for 23 years , it's so nice to see a talented young artist in the craft

  • @floridalifestyleapparel5477

    Wonderful video! You give a lovely slice of your life and times. I look forward to more.

  • @TheCaoimhin2
    @TheCaoimhin2 Рік тому

    Your whole approach to your craft makes it seem possible. Thank you.

  • @grekiely6245
    @grekiely6245 Рік тому

    I appreciate your professionalism, your skill and tone of your instruments is something to behold. All the best.

  • @1Ma9iN8tive
    @1Ma9iN8tive Рік тому

    Singularly superb
    At 54 - I gave up playing guitar after 40 years of joy with it. I never achieved my dream to design, build and play my own guitar. Discovering this channel fills me with joy.

  • @Panzerblitz
    @Panzerblitz Рік тому

    Working wood is one of the most noble thing on earth, keep up the good work, sending good vibes from Paris.

  • @michaelrickels7386
    @michaelrickels7386 Рік тому +1

    Hi. I'm not a luthier, and have no plans to become one, but I do enjoy woodworking as a hobby, plus I play bass. I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed your video. I'm very impressed by your passion for the craft, as well as your bravery in starting a business. Thank you for sharing.

  • @charlier7711
    @charlier7711 Рік тому

    This was an amazing view into what a luthier does; I love working with wood and your work is another level! Thanks for sharing 🙂

  • @torreybliss
    @torreybliss Рік тому

    Daisy, I admire your work ethic and appreciate what you do! Enjoyed the video! Best wishes for great success for you!

  • @markrup6369
    @markrup6369 Рік тому +7

    You are such an amazing artisan. You are intoxicating to watch -- your demeanor, your calm -- I could watch all day. You remind me a bit of Ted Woodford - so skilled and precise. Appreciate your videos.

  • @minder4u1
    @minder4u1 Рік тому

    I really enjoy your videos, I am learning different things, every time I watch a viddy. A player for years and I do most of my own set ups etc., but I am now addicted. Keep up the good work and I think you're on your way to becoming a great Luthier and You Tube hit

  • @BogdanBacila301
    @BogdanBacila301 Рік тому +1

    Amazing work! I'm so happy that I got recommended some of your videos and because of your mad skills I got completely hooked! I totally binged all of the videos and learned tons. You definitely have a place up there along the best luthiers. Furthermore, your production skills are outstanding, communication is clear, video and editing are right on point, the content is just perfect! I am really looking forward to following you along the journey and see this channel grow, I'm sure it will be just a matter of a few more months until everyone in the guitar building community will have heard about you. Thank you, good luck and all the best!
    P.S. I'm also looking forward for a series-type thing, I found it that I always engage best with a channel when there's a multi-episode project, which gets me invested and keeps me coming for more episodes. Challenge builds and projects are also amazing to watch and produce too.

  • @AndSendMe
    @AndSendMe Рік тому

    Daisy, one of my favorite things in the world is a customized life. Thank you for showing yours to us.

  • @Rosendomusika
    @Rosendomusika Рік тому

    this could be the most enjoyable day in the life video that i've watched, so natural ❤

  • @RelUnrelated
    @RelUnrelated Рік тому

    Thanks so much for sharing your day with us. It makes me want to go out to my garage and make things.

  • @brook543
    @brook543 Рік тому +1

    Loved it! Very inspiring video. Wish you the best for the new video idea. Cheers!

  • @cowieson
    @cowieson Рік тому +3

    This was a delight to watch! I’m sure I’m not the only one who would enjoy a series in this format!
    PS that window could definitely fit some more plants, maybe a cheeky tradescantia or epipremnum? 👀

  • @keymaker_coils686
    @keymaker_coils686 Рік тому +2

    Love the videos! I spent my afternoon sanding away most of my first two clear coats and laying down the final coat. Hopefully final...lol a bit of cut and buff away from my third from scratch guitar build is complete!

  • @username-mu8yf
    @username-mu8yf 10 місяців тому

    You're such an inspiration, Daisy! Thank you!

  • @PedalPlayhouse
    @PedalPlayhouse Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed joining you in your day and also relate to your email portion of emailing people to work with and sometimes getting people enthusiastic and others ghost. Keep going, the one who will want to be apart of what you are doing you’ll find over time. I’m still trying myself lol! The headstock sanding I’d love that as a day start too it seems like it’s a good thing to focus on early to be productive.

  • @LucianoGhosn
    @LucianoGhosn Рік тому

    That was beautiful to watch, thanks!

  • @buzzstankos8532
    @buzzstankos8532 Рік тому +1

    thanks for the insight.... keep up the good work

  • @baronrogers806
    @baronrogers806 Рік тому

    I love your guitars they're so aesthetically beautiful. I love luthiery channels I think your spin makes it a bit more interesting to watch. I build partscasters but my expertise is in building pickups with my parents and its people like you that spark interest. Awesome channel!

  • @olivernash2240
    @olivernash2240 Рік тому

    I love watching you work!

  • @graemeeasterbrook4931
    @graemeeasterbrook4931 Рік тому

    Love this, so looking forward to watching all your Videos 😊

  • @musacman57
    @musacman57 Рік тому +1

    Love watching your videos,very inspiring.

  • @danandratis
    @danandratis Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video Daisy - The more I see your shop the more I wish mine wasn't in my basement! - Cheers from Canada

  • @vintageguitarz1
    @vintageguitarz1 Рік тому

    I am a luthier as well, trained by my grandfather from the "old country" (Euro), I worked for Fender 1972 -99 from a design luthier, thru floor super, Production Mgr. In 55 years I haven't seen as an attractive and talented Female Luthier as you. Keep your enthusiasm into your older even more experienced years! Cheers !

  • @kasperkjrsgaard1447
    @kasperkjrsgaard1447 Рік тому

    Your guitar shaped glue outline gave me a big smile.
    You’re a truely luthier - it runs in your blood.
    Please present more of your former jobs.

  • @DaveDickens
    @DaveDickens Рік тому

    Great video, beautifully shot and edit and wonderfully presented. All the very best of luck with your business Daisy. Cheers Dave

  • @tonysmith5713
    @tonysmith5713 Рік тому +3

    Daisy you are an inspection to all females 👍. I can hear in your determination you have what it takes to do and to succeed in your line of love in what you do ..Your fight will be worth it , and to all .

  • @markynsaibasandarsondiengd2298

    I am a self taught luthier, and your video makes my day! You're amazing and you're beautiful too. Keep up the good work!

  • @donhowell3372
    @donhowell3372 Рік тому

    I love this ... what a great space ... environment is so important ... keep up the great energy .. now i want to build a guitar

  • @Coffeeology
    @Coffeeology Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your day with us.

  • @CamsCampbell
    @CamsCampbell Рік тому

    What a lovely video Daisy. I enjoy these kinds of things a lot and you're so bloomin' good at it! Hope we get to meet again sometime soon.

  • @johncarlo7395
    @johncarlo7395 Рік тому

    The breakfast you made looked good and I'm glad to see you watered the plants and you done your nails and you're going out tonight, lovely.

  • @BirthquakeRecords
    @BirthquakeRecords Рік тому

    You are living my dream!! Hopefully things will fall into place and I can start making instruments in a beautiful shop like you do!

  • @mulekickhandmadeguitars8465
    @mulekickhandmadeguitars8465 9 місяців тому

    Hi Daisy, Mike here from Mule Kick Guitars in the U.S.A. While I primarily build 3-string & 4-string cigar box guitars and other stringed instruments as a fun side-hustle, I'm writing to say that, eventhough I've learned much from other cigar box guitar builders videos, I do watch lots of videos by trained professional luthiers like yourself because I get to see how professionals approach various aspects of guitar making. I know a professional luthier here in our town and he is a very grumpy guy who you can hardly talk to. But he is the best. Thanks so much for your interesting videos.

  • @charlieduncan2007
    @charlieduncan2007 Рік тому

    I enjoyed the video Daisy. You have a perfect voice: clear, calm and well-paced. What you say is well-judged, delivering the essential information in an informal, understandable manner. Lutherie's gain has been journalism's loss!

  • @apinantpongsupaht872
    @apinantpongsupaht872 11 місяців тому

    You are really amazing! Not only a wonderful craftsman but also a very pleasant one at that.😊

  • @grantman1148
    @grantman1148 Рік тому

    Your quote above: "...but the common thing that is frustrating to me is when professional luthiers don't encourage new entrances. " As a woodworker who works alone in my basement shop, I have found the exact opposite with the woodworking community. I'm sorry that luthiers don't encourage new entrances; it's one of the things I find most attractive amongst furniture makers, crafts folk, sawyers, and almost anyone who makes sawdust to gladly welcome anyone into our individual crafts. Curious as to why your community of luthiers does not.
    I would encourage anyone who wants to make something out of anything to do it. Working with one's hands is so incredibly satisfying.
    Keep on the good path, Daisy. You're a talented artisan. Best wishes from across the pond.

  • @VedunianCraft
    @VedunianCraft Рік тому

    What a lovely channel!
    Informative and presented with a great personality!
    Best wishes from Austria 💪!

  • @petepassmore8975
    @petepassmore8975 Рік тому

    Just discovered your video and must say what a charming ten minutes very well spent. Look forward to seeing your other vids 😎

  • @PBR060661
    @PBR060661 Рік тому

    I loved this video. I’ve just returned from working with a luthier in Sweden to build my first guitar. Twelve consecutive long and stressful days to create a beautiful instrument. The most stressful thing I’ve done because, as you say, there is no “undo” option with wood. Inspired by you.

  • @d.gregorybrown7779
    @d.gregorybrown7779 Рік тому

    beautiful video, it is so awesome you have found something you love.

  • @clark3782
    @clark3782 8 місяців тому

    You inspire me. Your workshop is so nice. I hope I get to do this one day.

  • @cieranbrown
    @cieranbrown Рік тому +1

    This is like visual ASMR for guitarists 💗✨🤩

  • @synkrotron
    @synkrotron Рік тому

    this came up as a recommendation... totally blew me away...
    I don't know what to say other than, keep up the great work you are doing 👍

  • @terryjohinke8065
    @terryjohinke8065 Рік тому

    Am 66 and been working on guitars since 1969. Building this century. Love the work with wood. ( Lots of orfders for electrics though).
    Good luck and be prepared to spend long days ( 6 a.m till 11 p.m) that's what some days are. Lauhed at the red nails and the unpainted one- don't bother unles you're going out. Cheers ! Terry from Oz.

  • @user-wv5nv7dz3q
    @user-wv5nv7dz3q Рік тому

    I like your channel, Way to go Daisy. It is a difficult process to make a guitar from scratch. I just found your videos today and subscribed immediately. Good luck to ya! Darrick from Seattle wa.

  • @evilotis01
    @evilotis01 Рік тому

    oh, thank the UA-cam algorithm for this! it was really lovely to see your work, and the studio where you're based looks rad. as a writer, i def relate to the working-alone bit-it must be awesome to work in a building with such a variety of other creative craftspeople. and your guitars are gorgeous. subscribed!

    • @evilotis01
      @evilotis01 Рік тому

      oh, and one more thing, if you wouldn't mind: i'm a rank amateur woodworker, and i'm fascinated by the tool you're using to bend the backplate at 6:30ish. what's it called?

  • @mackymaca
    @mackymaca Рік тому

    Your video has inspired me even more to get started on my journey to be a luthier. I gotta get my bass guitar restoration project going.