As an avid fan of the outdoors, working with wood seemed a natural fit for me.  I have found that I enjoy working with “live edge” pieces, incorporating the shape of the log along with the bark, into my sculptures.  I often start a piece without an end figure in mind, allowing the log to dictate the final form as I work.  Turning green wood that is still holding a lot of moisture offers a different challenge because the piece will change shape as it is drying.  I’ve found it’s important to finish a complete turning of green wood quickly to avoid additional lathe work as it dries.

Maple Burl Vessel with Turquoise - 11"W x 12"H

Maple Bud Vase - 3 1/4"W x 5 1/2" H

Maple Burl Bowl - 9 1/2"W x 8" H

Maple Burl Vase - 7" W x 8" H

Holly Bud Vase - 5" W x 7" H

Mountain Laurel Weed Pot - 3" W x 4 1/2" H

Ambrosia Maple Bud Vase 6" W x 8 1/2" H

Walnut Bowl - 10 1/2" W x 7" H

Maple Burl Vase - 7 1/2" W x 10" H

Maple Vessel with Walnut Lid - 7" W x 8" H

Maple Burl Bowl - 5" W x 2 1/2" H

Mountain Laurel Dish - 10" W x 7 1/2" H

Mountain Laurel Weed Pot - 3"W x 4" H

Unknown Wood Bowl - 8" W x 6 1/2" H

Walnut Bud Vase - 4" W x 5 1/2" H

Sourwood Bowl with Acrylic - 11" W x 6 1/2" H

Walnut with Acrylic Bud Vase - 5 1/2" W x 9" H

Mountain Laurel Root Ball Vessel - 8" W x 3 3/4" H

Sourwood Bowl - 6" W x 5" H