Balock Woodturning

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My interest in wood, or at least working with my hands is probably genetic as my father built, from the ground up, the house I grew up in. I became interested in woodturning in 1997 and I am primarily self taught. I turn as a hobby. I believe that there
are three things that define my art—The Materials, The Forms and The Finish. The materials I prefer to work in are best described as “unusual wood”. Woods that have been attacked by bugs, fungus and wind often find their way onto my lathe. These woods are
often destined for the fireplace before I get them. Often I will accent these pieces with tropical hardwoods that add a final touch that finishes the piece. I draw inspiration for the forms of my work from nature. The completed form says something about me
and how I perceive the natural world. I believe that wood is meant to be touched. Therefore the finish on my art is critical to me. The warmth of the wood, and tactile experience with my art is of the utmost importance to me.

		"Cayenne" This vessel makes a tremendous statement. Its form is classical, the wood is tremendous and the color brings it all together. The vessel measures about ten inches high by seven inches in diameter. This piece will bring a lifetime of enjoyment to anyone who owns it. This is a maple burl vessel with a katoxa collar and finial. The vessel has been dyed red with aniline dye.
		Price:	$ 650
			one of a kind no customizations possible

Carved Redwood Burl Vessel		Carved Redwood Burl Vessel This vessel is one I made to work on my carving skills. It measures about three by three inches This vessel is turned and carved with five spirals. It is made with redwood burl.
		Price:	$ 0
			one of a kind no customizations possible

Salad bowls with Milk Paint		Salad bowls with Milk Paint A handmade salad bowl is an heirloom that will be enjoyed by someone for decades. I should know. The salsd bowl I regularly use is over 50 years old! These bowls are functional bowls that have accents with milk paint. These are in various woods and various sizes.
		Price:	$ 320
			one of a kind modifications optional (by customer request)

Carved Vessel		Carved Vessel This vessel is another effort to improve my carving skills. It incorporates a couple of processes that move it from ordinary to extraordinary. This vessel is turned cherry that has been carved and dyed. It measures about three inches by three inches.
		Price:	$ 150
			one of a kind no customizations possible

Silver maple Burl Vessel with Rosewood Collar		Silver maple Burl Vessel with Rosewood Collar This vessel has appeared in the American Association of Woodturners 2010 Juried exhibition, "Maple Medley-an Acer Showcase" at the 2010 AAW symposium. This piece exhibits the best of what the Acer genus can provide.The grain and color of this piece is unsurpassed. This is a silver maple burl vessel with a Bolivian Rosewood collar. The vessel measures about five inches by five inches.
		Price:	$ 450
			one of a kind no customizations possible

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