Johnathan Silwones is starting a new AAW chapter, Southern Alleghenies Woodturners, in Johnstown, PA. (click here for details)
Congratulations to William Rogers for "Ambrosia Maple Platter" being selected as Turning of the Week for September 16, 2024
(click here for details)
Welcome new registering member. Your username must be your real First and Last name (for example: John Doe). "Screen names" and "handles" are not allowed and your registration will be deleted if you don't use your real name. Also, do not use all caps nor all lower case.
This is a Black Ash burl with dyes and a lacquer finish, about 8.5" x 1.5" I had never worked with Black Ash burl before, so this is a practice piece to become familiar with it before tackling a larger hollow vessel of the same wood.
Thank you Gabriel. This platter was from a small slab. I also have a full burl about the size of a basketball that I will make a hollow vessel from. I found both pieces of wood on eBay. My understanding is that Black Ash is most common in the Minnesota and Michigan area.
Ric, I have to tell you whe I saw this piece in the SWAT Makers Gallery, I had to pick it up and hold it in my hands. This was one of the most impressive pieces at the Symposium. Absolutely beautiful design. The perfect way to display that beautiful grain/figure. I've never seen a more gorgeous burl.
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.