'Primitive' form - art form

[Mike Minto]

Here's a little piece I like quite alot - it was turned from a 2" thick SA mahogany board. I burned in the design with bent metal clothes hangers, and drilled the holes with my (then) new Drill Wizard. It actually needs the holes to stay balanced. Finished with BLO - gives mahogany a nice, aged patina, I think. Turning air will keep you focused! Comments/critiques always welcomed. Mike

[Stephen Saar]

That's a really beautiful piece. I love the look, and the holes really make it stand out in my opinion. Out of curiosity what was your inspiration for the design.

[ROY DICK]

Mike,
Very interesting to say the least.

Roy

[Steve Schlumpf]

Very cool winged bowl Mike! Interesting design - beautiful wood and finish!

[Mike Minto]

That's a really beautiful piece. I love the look, and the holes really make it stand out in my opinion. Out of curiosity what was your inspiration for the design.

Stephen, I'm a little curious about how I choose my designs, too - no joke - I often start a piece with very little 'end design' in mind, and kind of see where it goes. This, however, I did intend to make some kind of bowl with wood left around it, as this has - and as it developed, it kind of reminded me of 'primitive' African art - so I made the branding irons, and liked how it looked. I'm glad I had just gotten the Drill Wizard, because without the holes on the long side, it would tip over :eek:. Thanks for the comments. Mike

[Mark Burge]

Nice work Mike! I like the primitive look.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Great looking winged bowl. Well done.

[alex carey]

that is a great job, nice touch with the burning.

[Lionel Mercier]

Very nice primitive.
Love the off center of bowl
Lionel

[Nathan Hawkes]

I like the design, Mike. Kinda reminds me of a crop circle design. Very original!!