Curly Maple Bowl

[Steve Braman]

Here are a few pictures of a bowl that I turned to my wife's specifications. She loves it, so I declare it a success. I am not a huge fan of the height of the foot, but my opinion is... I am also not sold on the thickness of the rim, but it is growing on me. Up to this point I had been using walnut oil and beeswax for a finish that I liked, but I think that was because I was mostly finishing dark walnut. It definitely muddled the maple on the outside, so the inside got only beeswax. I have been trying other finishes since this bowl was completed but still do not have a go to finish. Comments and critiques always welcome, my skin is thick and need to learn where I can improve. Thanks in advance

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[John Keeton]

The ogee curve is a little strong for me, but it appears you did some nice work on this one. And, if the wife is pleased - that is the MAIN thing! Beautiful piece of wood, BTW.

[Jim Burr]

Wood is great and finish can't be beat!! Look at softening the curves and ease the flow from top to bottom, If LOYL says it's a hit...slap yourself on the back and say yeeee ha!!

[charlie knighton]

very nice, just keep experimenting and your forms will change over time as you decide what you like

[Baxter Smith]

Great wood. I agree with Charlie, ......though if the wife likes it.....the next purchase is a lot easier.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Really nice bowl and wood. If the wife likes it that is all that counts.

[Steve Braman]

Sorry for not mentioning the size. This bowl is approximately 8.5 x 3.