Silver Poplar

[Mark Cothren]

Another piece that I roughed out a few years ago and am just now getting around to finishing. I think the dust was thicker than the wood on this piece! Anyway, the wood is some of the prettiest I've seen in my shop in a while. It gives a very different look from each side, so I'm including a few shots.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/markfromark/woodturning/SilverPoplar03.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/markfromark/woodturning/SilverPoplar02.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/markfromark/woodturning/SilverPoplar01.jpg

[Rick Markham]

Mark, I really like the form of this one. The curve is graceful and appears to continue fluidly the entire way around the form. I love the poplar, the grain is fantastic, and your piece shows off it's character. I bet your glad you got around to finish turning this one! I like the rim treatment too. I can't wait to see what you dig out next ;)

[John Keeton]

Mark, shop cleanout is a good thing!! You have certainly found some treasures and this one is no different. Beautiful piece, with a lot of character.

I don't see much silver poplar around here, but growing up we had some. Pretty invasive species that is difficult to get rid of. But, apparently, the wood is good for something!

[Michelle Rich]

wow, I wish I had wood like that hiding in my shop. It's gorgeous..masterful turning skills!

[Mark Cothren]

Pretty invasive species that is difficult to get rid of.

They are the same here. A mature tree will try to take over a yard with all the "offspring" it produces. They do, however, have pretty leaves and make good shade.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Mark that is a beauty. I really like the form on this one and the wood is really something.

[Jim Burr]

Great classic shape Mark, really shows the character of the wood. That rim treatment is a nice visual too!

[Steve Schlumpf]

Great form Mark! I see what you mean about needing additional photos to show off the grain! Sure is some pretty stuff!

[Toney Robertson]

Pretty piece and I love the crazy grain in the second and third pic.

[Dale Bright]

Mark, this is a beautiful form from a beautiful piece of wood. Very well done!

Dale