First Efforts

[Dave Carey]

Thought I'd offer my first attempts in hopes for some suggestions. My technique, in a word, sucks, but I'm pretty happy with the results, especially the cherry and ash/purpleheart bowls. That happiness is forged more by relief that I was able to salvage the catches (the ash "coaster" was to be a small bowl when it started) or avoid major ones in some cases. All were done on a Jet mini and with pieces of scrap. Numbers 1-3 are in the 4-6" diameter range; no. 4 is 8.5 inches and close to as wide as the mini will allow. Suggestions on shape, finish, wood etc greatly appreciated.
1. cherry; 2. ash from a friend in King George, VA; 3. maple from another friend's back yard with butternut; 4. ash and purpleheart

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[Mark Pruitt]

Those are some mighty nice "first efforts" Dave! I like 'em all. The ash/purpleheart is my favorite. Keep 'em coming.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Dave for being first's those are some beauties. Keep'em coming.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

First's or 10ths.......Those look pretty good to me! Keep at it..........Elvis didn't learn to sing well on the first night either!:rolleyes:

[Steve Schlumpf]

Great first efforts Dave! I have to agree with some others here - ash/purpleheart bowl looks really good! Keep turning - everything gets easier with experience. Have fun!

[Jason Slutsky]

Nice work Dave! I like the finish on them a lot.

I'm "new" also and I guess I should stop saying that when I post pictures. Maybe it seems like an excuse for something that I feel isn't quite right. Good thing about the Creek is that whether you're "new" or "old":eek: , if you invite feedback here you'll get some thoughtful, honest, and creative points of view on your work.

[Bob Hallowell]

Dave,
They all look good, I am fairly new to turning too but you will find that it will come rather quickly.

Bob

[Dave Carey]

Thanks to all for the comments and the encouraging words. Each of those bowls have been a learning - and at times humbling - experience, but all of them have been great fun. Appreciate the support! Cheers