Madrone Burl NE

[Mark Cothren]

This one ended up 6" tall and about 4-1/4" wide... it's 1/8" thick from the lip thru to the bottom... It has a very glossy finish that doesn't show in the pictures... buffed antique oil finish...

All comments/critiques/opinions/suggestions/etc welcomed.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Mark that is a beauty. I like the form and finish on it. Nice job.

[Bill Wyko]

Very nice job. I really like this kind of work. Lots of class.:)

[Jonathon Spafford]

Gorgeous piece of wood... love the shape! You did the wood justice ;)

[Jim Becker]

Mark...another serious winner! This is a wonderful piece.

[Ed Scolforo]

Mark, that's a beauty! Nice form and gorgeous wood.
Ed

[Dario Octaviano]

Well done!

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Well done Mark! That form reminds me of a water drop coming off a leaf....

[Glenn Hodges]

Mark, you made it a natural beauty. The form is not one you see every day, and I really like it. The wood speaks for itself, but it would not be able to say a thing if you had not put such a nice finish on it.

[Keith Burns]

Mark, you have outdone yourself with this piece. Great form and finish. Stunning piece:) :)

[John Hart]

Hey Mark...that's beautiful!!! I bet the high part of the NE made you nervous. ;)

[Curt Fuller]

Wow, that's a beauty Mark! 1/8" thick eh? I'll bet that was singing on the last few cuts. Inquiring minds want to know, why did you decide to go so thin? It's such a pretty piece of wood I know I would have chickened out way before that. That's a real nice, unique shape too. I really like it.

[Mark Pruitt]

Mark, that's gorgeous!

[John Timberlake]

Great form in beautiful wood. Reminds me of a flame.

[Andy Hoyt]

Shine on, dude. That's terrific.

[mike fuson]

Beautiful!

[Mark Cothren]

Thanks everyone - I appreciate it....


1/8" thick eh? I'll bet that was singing on the last few cuts. Inquiring minds want to know, why did you decide to go so thin?

The wood just "spoke" to me........LOL.......seriously, it just seemed to look right the thinner I went, so I just took my time and took light cuts.

[Christopher K. Hartley]

Very nice Mark, I love the form and natural edge on this one.:)

[Neal Addy]

Mark, this is a real gem. Tip o' the cap to ya, Sir.

[Bob Hallowell]

Mark I think you nailed it nice piece.

Bob

[Pete Jordan]

Mark,

I really like this one! I was watching a guy on the woodworking channel yesterday turn the samw kind of wood. It is a pleasure to watch Art!

[Tom Sherman]

Mark that is a seriously awsome piece...beginning to wonder if you and Travis aren't kin somehow.

[Mark Cothren]

...beginning to wonder if you and Travis aren't kin somehow.

Hey Tom, if you don't like the piece just say so... there's no need for personal insults...

[Tom Sherman]

Hey Mark I like the piece just fine just implying that you and Travis are in the sme class, even though you are from different parts of the country. Great job.

[Mark Cothren]

LOL... Tom, I was just kiddin' with ya... I consider Travis a good friend...:D :D :D

[John Chandler]

That is very nice looking. Yet another piece to put in the "things I hope I can accomplish" pile.

[Christopher Hunter]

Great Job!!!
Keep it up coming

[Paul Engle]

I jus love the pucker factor turning that thin, and the rush when its done. smoke em if ya gotem.....Excellent job on this one, great form Mark.:D

[John Miliunas]

Great form in beautiful wood. Reminds me of a flame.

Yup, at first glance, exactly what I was thinking! Very nice piece, Mark! :) :cool:

[Chris Barton]

Hi Mark,

This is a very nice piece. How did you finish the interior? Also, was wood movement a problem?

[Mark Cothren]

How did you finish the interior?

Just sanded and applied oil.



Also, was wood movement a problem?

Turned it green - left it plenty thick - soaked in DNA - dried on the rack for a few weeks - finish turned. Lots of movement while drying, but I was prepared based on info from other turners who have turned Madrone burl before.

[Jim Ketron]

Beautiful Piece Mark!