Turning of the Week - Feb 23, 2026

[Russ Braun]

My choice for Turning of the Week, Feb 23, 2026 is this beauty Red Tines by @Chad Eames. This terrifically carved and colored Bradford Pear vessel is quite the eye grabber. It really is reminiscent of William Hunter’s great work and is simply an outstanding effort on Chad’s part. Congratulations on one heck of a piece Chad!

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[Tom Rice]

I would really like to know how it was done, quite awesome really

 

[Will Armstrong]

I think I was busy the day this popped up in the gallery and I didn't give it the time it deserved. What a wonderful creation! Super design and masterful technique Chad!

 

[Tom Gall]

What @Will Armstrong said! Congrats, Chad.

 

[Webb Willmott]

Incredible workmanship. It has a mystique about it that looks like a cradle for a crystal ball.

 

[Walker Westbrook]

Beautiful piece, Chad!! Great choice.

 

[Steve Gray]

As usual, stellar art from Chad! Stellart!

 

[Chad Eames]

Thank you, Russ, and everyone else! I've been a big William Hunter fan since the day I started turning, but that's probably obvious. I'm honored to be chosen this week! Thanks again.

 

[Chad Eames]

I would really like to know how it was done, quite awesome really

The toughest part is turning the hollow hourglass form. After that, it's just a lot of carving and sanding. And a little more sanding. Then, just a touch more sanding.

 

[Jean-Louis HOULES]

Bravoand thank you Chad, I'm already a subscriber to your YouTube channel and I'm always very impressed and inspired by your work.

 

[Nick Matley]

My choice for Turning of the Week, Feb 23, 2026 is this beauty Red Tines by @Chad Eames. This terrifically carved and colored Bradford Pear vessel is quite the eye grabber. It really is reminiscent of William Hunter’s great work and is simply an outstanding effort on Chad’s part. Congratulations on one heck of a piece Chad!

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I’m rarely this impressed. I’ve been watching his YT for years, and he is becoming a great turner. Excellent work.