Woodturning, Passion and Art…………
Hello all, I wanted to share some of what I have been up to lately. I know it hasn’t been long since the last blog post, but for me it feels like it’s been forever! This past month or two have been amazingly busy for me in having two art shows, overtime at work, and hours upon hours at the lathe every night of the week because I never feel like I’ll have enough items for my art shows. My brain says “Just one more item!”, and my body says “Go to bed you dummy!” I usually listen to my brain laying guilt on myself that I haven’t worked hard enough. Well, tonight… I’m packing it in early to share with you the last pieces that came off my lathe. I am proud of them, yet drained of physical and emotional energy. Fact is, I love you guys…the readers of my blog and I appreciate every comment, view, and passer-through. So without further rambling, here is a set I call “Fruitful”
Fruitful is made from a Japanese Yew Root. It is quite rare and very exotic in coloration and the only way I can get it is if I happen to spot someone throwing out a big root ball that they dug out of their front yard. Yep, Japanese Yew is just a common shrub, but has some of the most turnable, gorgeous colorations you will ever find.
So Really, dont adjust the color on your screen. This wood is really this striking in color. Both pieces have what is referred to as a natural edge and the thin bark is left intact at the rim of each vessel.
When this wood is cut it has a distinct sweet smell and between the smell of the fresh shavings as well as the beautiful color I had to call this set Fruitful
If you have any questions about my art, woodturning, or process please leave a comment.
For those of you that asked about my first of two art shows it went really well. If you happened to stop by the booth, thank you so much for stopping. My next show is Next Weekend at Letchworth State Park where the Fall foliage will nearly match the vessels I have here in the photos. Thanks for letting me ramble. Comments Welcome.
Keith Burtis
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October 4th, 2008 at 7:24 pm
Wow, I am intensely in love with the small bowl. In fact, I’m tempted to examine all of the shrubs around my house and call you over if I have the right ones. Wonderful, thank you for sharing!
October 5th, 2008 at 6:12 am
Keith, I love the smaller one. beautiful work.
October 14th, 2008 at 5:11 pm
I have to agree with Ann and Chris - that small bowl is simply amazing. I am drawn to it and wish I could touch it through the screen. Excellent woodwork!