I took up woodturning in 2015 with some rudimentary tools. Withing a short time I realized I was hooked on turning so I upgraded my equipment. My ideas start with online videos by other woodturners and I expand on those ideas.
I always start with a shape in mind but the wood “tells me” what it really wants to be. Wether it be an interesting grain pattern, a burl, or even a bark “inclusion” (bark that the tree has grown around) I’m constantly surprised by the beauty of wood.
My creations are made from fallen trees, trees cut for safety, or invasive species (like Bradford/Callery Pear). I have resisted purchasing wood for my work so far – I figure there are always a lot of trees out there I can salvage!
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