Turning of the week January 23, 2023

[hockenbery]

For the Turning of the Week. for January 23, 2023, I selected "Four Play" by John Lucas. This is a lovely, somewhat whimsical piece combining bowls that appear to float while being held aloft by natural-looking structures that probably never existed in nature. The textures and colors contrast each other but come together nicely. When it caught my eye it made me think of bowls, cypress knees, and lily pads. Four bowls were turned from one piece of wood using multiple centers. The bowls are elevated on bent wood laminated pedestals rising from a laminated base. Incredible skill and imagination combined to produce a great piece.

 

[Tom Gall]

Good choice, Al.
Congrats, John. This is a wonderful and creative piece. I was hoping this piece would still be around when it is my turn to pick the TOTW.

 

[Russ Braun]

Outstanding choice Al and great effort on this beauty John!

 

[Sam Fleisher]

I see something that I'll never be able to create. It is inspiring!

When I first looked at it, I see mushrooms but then with the title I think steel drums.

 

[Michael Anderson]

Very deserving selection, Al. This piece is awesome and so creative.

I see something that I'll never be able to create.

Don’t say that, Sam! Maybe one day you’ll make a version with 5 bowls

 

[hockenbery]

see something that I'll never be able to create

. True. John has created it. You and I could copy it.

As to your future endeavors - you have an excellent chance of creating other forms that will amaze your fellow turners.

 

[john lucas]

Thanks AL. What a surprise to wake up to. I'm taking it to the TAW symposium today. Will be interesting to hear the responses there.

 

[Linda Ferber]

Outstanding work. Congratulations

 

[john lucas]

I won the people's choice award for this piece last night at the Tennessee association of woodturners annual symposium. Had some very stiff competition.

 

[Michael Anderson]

Congratulations, John!

 

[Jim Woods]

John, that is truly amazing.