Cary Schwarz has accumulated over four decades of leatherwork and saddlemaking experience simply by placing one foot in front of the other in a purposeful direction. This has created a great deal of freedom to explore new territory in artistry and craftsmanship. The days are filled with inspiration from the shapes of the saddle parts themselves … the study and design of these shapes provide clues to what will look nice for decoration. Schwarz is at a place in his career where he can run with ideas and creativity unencumbered.