Mr. Mike Phillips:
A Modern Day....Guild Grand Master Craftsman
Why do I make this statement?
Ever since I learned of the existence of the
Guilds of Olden Days, I became interested in what exactly were Guilds. I also wanted to know: Who belonged to Guilds? Simple answer...craftsman.
[I thought: Perhaps a good way to make a living....learning a craft/trade.]
Even though some things have changed over the centuries...
...A person that was interested in learning a craft (trade) would become an apprentice, then a journeyman, a master, and finally a grandmaster...an individual that was experienced and a confirmed expert in their field of handicraft. From this position, election/appointment to be a committee member of their particular Guild.
Mr. Phillips, IMHO, has followed these guidelines to become, and indeed is : A most experienced, and a confirmed expert in his field of expertise...."the artistry of detailing"..therefore the above stated
Guild Grand Master Craftsman comparison.
Not lost in all of this, also from the
'days of olde', should be the recognition of Mr. Phillips'
choice of practicing "modern-day chivalry"!
To Wit:
He's always a gentleman; is courteous, honorable; has the readiness to help others; always has the aura of good conduct (business or personal) surrounding him; and, he just seems to do the right things, for the right reasons, at the right times. A master craftsman at work!
I have completed several treks down the journeyman path. One that I, along with many others that frequent car care forums, have entered into is the field of: "The Art of Detailing"...with aspirations of also becoming a journeyman/master 'detailing artisan', (as is Mr. Phillips), and therefore becoming members of the: 'Artisans of the Detailing Guild'.
Following the guidelines as outlined in this book-form offering from Mr. Phillips'
"The Art of Detailing" would be a good way to start/continue ones' detailing journey.
But to have it available, first-hand, would be considered, by me, most excellent, though.
Bob