"Seduction"

[John Keeton]

While at the Ohio Valley symposium, I purchased a couple of blocks of madrone burl that had been boiled. I really do not care for the contorted forms that are done with non-stabilized madrone - though I know I am in the minority on that one.

This piece is 7" x 2.75", and is finished with BLO and acrylic matte spray. There is just a hint of brown dye on the edge of the rim to accent the overlay. The "button" is walnut. In my original sketch, I had drawn in the possibility of a carved upper torso to give greater meaning to the plunging neckline, but decided to leave it to the imagination!;):D

I will say, the madrone was one of the nicest woods I have ever turned. It carved wonderfully - no hint of chip out with the burl.

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[Roger Chandler]

A very elegant form, John............I like the flowing curve all the way from pedestal to top........the neck is nicely done.....congratulations on another nice piece!

[Harvey Ghesser]

A real beauty, John. The entire curve, top to bottom is flawless! Wonderfull execution...

[Bob Bergstrom]

That is one sweet ogee. So well balanced and in a piece that really shows the ogee at it best. Looks like you nailed it. Thanks for the look.

[David DeCristoforo]

Sweet. For some strange reason, it looks upside down to me in the third and forth pics. In the first two where you can see the carving, it looks more "right". I think I may have bent my brain.

[Eric Holmquist]

Beautiful form, and I really like the neckline concept, the button was a great touch.

Does boiling Madrone burl stabilize it in some way?

[Doug W Swanson]

Now that is something different for you, John! Great job!

[Scott Hackler]

Very nice John. Madrone is a cool wood to work with, although I do prefer the warping flavor! This piece immediately makes me want to break out the piercing tool and "get to work on it"!

[Eric Gourieux]

Very nice, John. I always enjoy your posts and the last two turnings are no exception. You seem to be expanding your repertoire!

[David E Keller]

Stabilized madrone?!? That's like picking all the eyes out of a burl! Seriously, it's a nice looking piece. If I were to be hypercritical, she seems a little bottom heavy... Like the radius of the curve tightens a bit too quickly for me. I love the neckline and button... Simple adornment for a beautiful piece of wood! I suppose I'll forgive you for stabilizing the madrone since no self-respecting woman would wear a wrinkled dress!

[Alan Trout]

John,

I really like the piece. Wonderful form, but I think it might look better without the foot. But that may just be my taste.

Alan

[dan carter]

That is a nice piece of work, John.

[Curt Fuller]

plunging neckline, but decided to leave it to the imagination!;):D



I think that's what makes the piece. Anyone that looks at this and reads the title will see it in just a little different way. I found myself kind of craning my neck to see if I could peek down the top ;).

John I think I like your titles and descriptions almost as much as your turnings.

[Bernie Weishapl]

John that is a cool piece. I do like the form and the plunging neckline.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Another winner John! Enhancing the carving with a touch of dye was a smart move. Just enough color to highlight the edge. I really like the form on this piece. Has an organic feel to it and really grabs your attention! Cool stuff John! Thanks for sharing!

[Dan Forman]

John --- You have a very fertile imagination! Love the title and the piece.

Dan

[Joe Meirhaeghe]

John,

I really like the piece. Wonderful form, but I think it might look better without the foot. But that may just be my taste.

Alan
I have to agree here, Alan took the words right out of my mouth. Did you hand carve or power carve? Either way It looks like a good even flow to the carving as well.

[John Keeton]

You folks are way too kind - I do appreciate your comments! The original sketch did not have the base/foot, however, while it was still on the chuck I conferred with Ms. Keeton and we agreed the foot was needed to lift the form. It sat fairly heavy without the foot - perhaps that is because "she" is a bit heavy in the hips!:D I nice pair of "spike heels" kept her from looking dumpy.

Joe, the minimal carving was done by hand.

[Michelle Rich]

this is different for you. I like the neck treatment. I have seen this type of carving before & have always liked it..seems to give grace to a vessel.