Turning of the Week for May 16, 2022

[Bill Boehme]

My selection for the turning of the week beginning May 16, 2022, is "Spalted Myrtle Urn" by Jeff Jackson. This beautifully executed hollow form ticked all the right boxes for me when making my selection for this week's featured turning. The proportions and continuous curve without flat spots or inflection points are exceptional. The finial on the lid is also perfectly sized and proportioned to elegantly complement the pure form of the urn. In addition to all else, the coup de grâce is the beautiful spalted Myrtle wood perfectly complemented by the African Blackwood lid and finial.

 

[Emiliano Achaval]

Great choice Bill!! I took a screenshot of this urn, I have been making my urns tall and skinny. I have 4 XXL blanks and I want to go with this design. I found it perfect and inspirational. Congratulations Jeff!

 

[Jeff Jackson]

Wow thank you!! I certainly wasn't expecting that. Thanks again!

 

[Lars Hansen]

Absolutely wonderful piece and with a perfect finish. Congratulations!

 

[Linda Ferber]

Congratulations on wonderful work

 

[Jesse Smith]

Very nice... I like the contrast and style of the lid... Definitely an inspiring piece