Epic Walnut Shadow Box
Created for a retiring Air Force member to his specifications. He was leaving to run his family's B&B in the mid-west so I can imagine it is now prominently displayed. This box is made from solid walnut and consists of four tiers: the base as a solid box for a name plate, the second as four pillars holding medallions of each command, the third a standalone shadow box for full-size medals, and the top for a floating flag and the rest of the mementos. Every joint is cut with variable-spaced dovetails to add a handmade touch and a front frame is constructed with lap joints for strength and to hold the glass. Both glass panels are 1/4" thick with 1 1/4" hand-ground bevels which reflect the light in the pictures. When completed, the entire box was about 42" wide, 38" tall and weighted in excess of 60 lbs.
Matthew White
Delta Black Custom Woodworking
Fort Walton Beach, FLLong-time member
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Good Morning. My name is Matthew White and I've been a woodworker since 1998. I'm mostly self-taught and I've been adding to my skills ever since.
By day I'm in the Air Force and I found woodworking to be an excellent creative release. It's also given me the opportunity to give back to those who have served.
I've burned murals for conference centers, built shadow boxes for retired Chiefs, and had my work grace offices in Washington D.C. I've had my work presented to Colonels and Airmen completing basic training.
It has been an awesome experience to share and I'm always open to a new project or challenge.
- EK
Emily Koh
For Custom Music Stand?5.0I cannot be happier with what Matt designed and made. This music stand will be a family piece for years to come, and I am so glad that Matt took a chance on this idea/project. I recommend Matt unreservedly and look forward to working together again. Thank you so much!
- DG
Dan Grimmer
For Dan's Chessboard5.0I was first a little apprehensive about having something made through this site. I was worried about the quality of work that i'd be getting and how much things would cost.
Matthew White really does do good work. He posted pictures through the different stages of the project which made me feel involved. I also showed me that he was actively working on the project to get it done in a timely manner. I was expecting good work….and got excellence instead! He personalized the piece and showed that he is both an artist as well as a carpenter. I would definitely go to him again for future projects! - JH
Jeremy Hart
For Custom Rose Jewelry Box5.0 
JBJordan Barker
For Wooden Magic The Gathering Deck Box4.8I'm so far beyond happy with my experience with Matt! He is honest and professional. He always responded to me in a timely manner and kept me a part of the process each step of the way. His prices are more than fair and reasonable. Personally, I feel honored to have worked with him. I can't thank him enough!
- JG
Jesse Garcia
For Air Force Occupational Badge Shadow Box5.0The shadow box I ordered turned out amazing! For future needs of this nature, I will look to Delta Black Custom Woodworking before looking anywhere else. The custom work I needed turned out perfect! Once the item was shipped, I was provided with information regarding how to affix accouterments and if in the event the item had defects, the door was already opened on how to get it corrected (this was not needed as the items was packaged extremely well). I cannot wait to present this item during an Air Force retirement ceremony!
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