Artist Review #5 - Master Woodworker and Artist, Anne Shutan

Mark McGinnis here from Avenstar and both Kim and I had a blast interviewing and getting to know Anne Shutan of Boulder, Colorado. This is the 5th Boulder artist we have interviewed as part of a series we are doing. This woman is a master woodworker and an artists. Coming from a long line of woodworkers in my own family - all I had to see is her big PowerMatic table saw (just like mine and the one my Dad had) and the way she manages the huge band saw in the back of her shop - well I knew she was a serious woodworker. Anne makes wood furniture, doors, and sculptures all beautifully come alive.

This video was shot entirely with the Canon D5 Mark II. We kept the warm amber colors "as is" - and did not do any color correcting whatsoever. This camera is truly amazing with its high-sensitivity to light and wonderful visual depth of field magic . Play this video full screen and see the details. We used a Tamron 70-200mm lens and put the project together in FCP. I had my little backup Canon HD Vixia shooting in parallel as well and the minimally used footage is a bit more flat and unremarkable.

Anne's wood sculptures, beautiful custom doors, paintings and other artwork can be found at aZenGift.com. Copyright 2009 Avenstar Enterprises, Inc.

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[benbeam2012]

i got a feeling that you being a woman wasnt the most important component to why you didnt at first get hired it was probably the lack of experience.!

[garyscoggins]

I've been looking for the "old man" for years but never found him. So I had to teach myself everything I know.

I love to share my wisdom with whom ever wish to learn. It's a shame that nowdays that

You have to spend an arm or a leg to learn or they don't want to chance the competition.

[gr8tfuldad2003]

Desire and love, movement and form, turned inside-out so we can all see it, in the art and in the artist. Thanks so much, Annie Shu, for sharing the story and the images. Touch on!

[amymacclain]

You rule, Annie. I LOVE hearing your vision, seeing your beautiful face and your unbelievable work on TV!!! We all need to hear your passion, feel inspired and re-invigorated in our own work. I love you!!!!!!!!

amy

[divinebliss]

Awe-inspiring, Anne!!! What a perfect wo-manifestation of your rich, passionate, loving Spirit. Beautifully done and it is evident that Scott feels and celebrates your

radiant Soul as well! with Love & Gratitude for you, your troubadours

[dgunth]

So thoughtful, heartfelt and authentic. The work clearly comes right from the heart, and it shows.

[RobCatterton]

loved every moment of this video. Kim and Annie have a good synergy onscreen, and when Scott comes on all deep and craggy it is a lovely balance. Those doors are mighty tempting! and I love the history with the Dutch master woodworker and your apprenticeship -- very moving.