Holz und Hobel

As I watched my friend and flat mate at work in his small workshop, I couldn't help but be impressed by the sheer level of skill and craftsmanship that went into each and every one of his bassoon mouthpieces.
Close-up of scattered, tangled keys in black and white.
With deft hands and an unwavering attention to detail, he worked tirelessly to shape each piece to perfection, honing and refining every curve and angle until it was just right.
Five bamboo sticks in various stages of being hollowed out on a workbench, with tools nearby.
I was fascinated by the intricate process of creation, from the selection of the raw materials to the delicate shaping and polishing that gave each piece its unique character and sound.
Stacked, open books with visible pages, creating a wave-like pattern. Black and white photograph.
It was clear that my friend took great pride in his work, and that his passion for his craft was what drove him to create such beautiful and highly sought-after pieces.
Two black bottles with white labels reading "Tinct. Rhei aquos." and "Tinct. aromatic."
As I watched him work, I couldn't help but be struck by the thought that, in a world where so much is mass-produced and disposable, there was still a place for true craftsmanship and the time-honored traditions of the past.
A vintage camera on a wooden workbench with scattered tools and debris, black and white.
In my friend's workshop, I saw a dedication to quality and a commitment to excellence that was truly inspiring, and I knew that his mouthpieces would continue to be treasured by musicians and collectors alike for many years to come.
Hand in glove operating a machine with visible gears and bolts, black and white.
Close-up of a caliper measuring tool on a workshop surface, black and white.
Bamboo stick with wrapped end, standing on weathered wooden surface.
Hand adjusting a desk lamp with a white lampshade, casting light on a blurred clock face in the background.
Close-up of an old rifle with a scope, showing detailed parts and worn wooden stock.
A pair of hands using a tool in a dimly lit workshop, with tools and debris on the floor.
Hands carefully threading a needle with white thread in a dimly lit room, black and white.