Turning non-tradiotional materials
I generally like to turn and work with natural materials. But I was intrigued by a problem I was having with a Spinning Top Kit I had purchased. It is necessary to have a good solid block of wood 3+ inches in diameter to turn a top. Additionally, I...
May 28, 2020
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Making a statement
Now that my sculpture is getting some degree of critical attention. I wanted to start a series of sculptures that make a statement about the treatment of women in our society. We institutionally oppress women through gender norms, sexual expectation...
January 26, 2020
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Made to order Honey Dippers
I was surprised at how seriously people do take their honey dippers. But I have had a number of very specific requests lately- very specific woods, handle style, and working end styles.
This dipper is made from reclaimed Kabukali decking wood
I...
January 17, 2020
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Making a few more spoons today
Today I worked on nine new spoons.
Four are carved from spalted Maple branch wood, and five are carved from split trunk wood of a Silver Maple.
The bowls were roughed into shape with the Arbotech Ball Gouge. They are all hand sanded and finish...
December 08, 2019
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