Turning of the Week, June 10, 2024

[hockenbery]

Guardian Pinguin by @Ronald Campbell is my selection for TOW. Ronald has treated us to a great series of these whimsical bird sculptures. Each gives us a glimpse of the bird’s emotion as it is caught in a pose. Here the adult and chick implore us to imagine what they are thinking.
I’m thinking they want some recognition. They deserve it.
Ronald this is a great piece. Keep them coming. Thank you for sharing some of your journey with us.

Standing 12 inches tall is a "Guardian Pinguin". "Guardian Pinguin" is a whimsical sculpture crafted from a repurposed bowling pin, adorned with a golden crown and waddle. The beak, ingeniously carved from deer antler, adds a touch of rustic elegance. This piece celebrates the nurturing spirit and regal presence of penguins, embodying both strength and care in its unique design.

 

[Gabriel Hoff]

Congratulations Ron! Your work is always fun and enjoyable!

 

[David Croxton]

Hi Ron, Congrats on the TOTW !

 

[Tom Gall]

Congrats, Ron. I always enjoy looking at these. Did you buy a bowling alley?

 

[Russ Braun]

This is a great series Ron! “Guardian Pinquin” is a nice add and tribute to all the great Moms out there!!

 

[Tim Mortimer]

Hi Ron it looks great but I'm interested to know how you actually turned it!

 

[Ronald Campbell]

Congrats, Ron. I always enjoy looking at these. Did you buy a bowling alley?

No but my daughter did to store her cars in. Many more should you want some.

 

[Ronald Campbell]

Hi Ron it looks great but I'm interested to know how you actually turned it!

I first have to turn the plastic or rubber coating off the pin and all the crushed fibers, there can be many. I then need to cut the head off and reposition it.
This one has a deer antler for the beak.

 

[Dennis Cameron]

Awesome job Ron…..great work!