Society has become disposable in nature. People purchase shiny metallic objects that are new and attractive in the moment. However, within a few months, they become obsolete. These shiny new objects get thrown away. People want to replace them with other shiny new objects. There is a disconnect between the thing had and the thing made. This disconnect does not exist when talking about wood carved objects.
There is something emotionally attractive about an object that has been made with wood. Whether it is a small figurine or a wooden mailbox, objects made with a wood feel good in the hands and are easy on the eyes. People connect to objects that are made from wood in an emotional way, so they are less likely to view them as disposable or something that is to be thrown away.
Something else that is environmentally intelligent about working with wood is that beautiful pieces of art can be made from pieces of wood that would otherwise be discarded. Whether an artist is working on a wooden mailbox or a cup or bowl, they can use cast-off pieces of wood or purchase pieces of wood that would have otherwise been disregarded.
This way, something that was considered junk wood can be turned into something that people will use and cherish for decades. It can even be passed on to the next generation.
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