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Charles Henderson

Winter 2007 Contest

"Dragons Breath"
side view

Measures 6.75"x1.5" at the rim. The dragon, made of Oregon Myrtlewood, was turned on 4 OC axis (no carving, not even between the horns). The upper stem was turned on 3 OC axis. The "flame" is White Mulberry dyed red.

In the light the yellow of the Mulberry shines through the red and it looks fiery, but I couldn't quite capture that with the camera.

Comments and Critiques Welcome.

P.S. A little credit and thanks to Frank Penta. I took a class with him last year on this subject. He's a great teacher. The article by Barbara Dill was a treat as well.
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John Nicholas
Charles,

I really like this one. Can you explain the 4OC -- 3 OC terms?
 
Charles Henderson
Sure John, thanks for the 9 :D

With both parts of the stem I staggered the axis points on the tailstock side only.

The upper stem was turned using 4 axis (including center) and by turning the excess from the bulges. Very simple, but it adds a "flame" feel to the upper section.

The dragon was turned on 5 axis (including center). After turning on center - axis 2 formed the ventral section, axis 3 & 4 formed the sides of the mouth, and axis 5 formed the space between the horns.

Turns out it wasn't all that difficult, but it sure did wrack my brain for a while figuring out how to do it.

Thanks
 

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