Woodturned Bowls and Platters from Lignum Artis

Jet black platter with primitive gold sun beams carved into rim.

This 14" platter made of obeche is deceptively light. The intent of this piece is to capture a primitively abstract depiction of the sun. The platter was dyed pitch black. The stained wood was then carved away to reveal the sun beams. This piece is available at the LinHeid Gallery in Port Orchard, WA 360.876.7222

Jet black platter with one growth ring highlighted with gold leaf.

This is another black platter but with a totally different treatment. Whereas the sunburst platter was a matte black this one has a subtle glow. Because of the way the ash wood is cut some of the growth rings are quite large. The large central ring is gilded with gold leaf. When the platter is displayed with the gold figure at the bottom it conveys a disturbing angst. Hence, I have named this piece "Gilded Angst". Sold

Apple burl bowl with a long bark inclusion that extends down on side and partially up another.

This apple burl bowl was fun to make. The bark inclusion that you see runs down one side, across the bottom and partially up the other side. In order to keep this rather leaky bowl in one piece, the split is held together with hand fabricated German Silver staples. Folks frequently ask me how I made this bowl. I'll give you a hint: you can do a lot with masking tape. This piece is available at William's Gallery in Port Townsend, WA 360.385.3630.

Large bowl of spalted red alder. The pattern is striking spotting reminiscent of a leopard's skin.

This spalted red alder bowl was caught at just the right point of decay. The spotting that you see on the sides also spreads across the bottom of the bowl as well. It is a very striking piece made from the most humble material. This piece is also available at William's Gallery in Port Townsend, WA 360.385.3630.

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