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Alan Arnup
10-20-2007, 12:21 AM
Hi everyone,

Just stumbled on this site yesterday so decided to
register. I am a newcomer to turning with less than
12 months experience.

Up to date I have made about 60 slimline pens from
various woods.

Here is my first attempt at a bowl made of Blackwood
and is 5-1/2" across and 2" high.

Regards

Allan.

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I am not at all worried about dying
... but just hope I am not there at the time.
Neal Addy
10-20-2007, 12:35 AM
Welcome to the Creek, Alan!

Really beautiful bowl. Nicely turned and I love the color of that wood.

You're from Victoria? Y'all sure have some great turners over there. Great woods, too!

Keep those pics coming!
Alan Arnup
10-20-2007, 2:58 AM
Welcome to the Creek, Alan!

Really beautiful bowl. Nicely turned and I love the color of that wood.

You're from Victoria? Y'all sure have some great turners over there. Great woods, too!

Keep those pics coming!

Yes Neal, from Wallan Victoria which is about
25 miles North of our capital city (Melbourne).

Thanks for your comments.

Alan

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I am not at all worried about dying
... but just hope I am not there at the time.
Bernie Weishapl
10-20-2007, 9:47 AM
Welcome to SMC Alan. Lots of good people and lots of knowledge. I love the wood you used for the bowl and the bowl is a beauty. Keep'em coming.
George Guadiane
10-20-2007, 11:14 AM
This is a friendly place with more information than one could imagine, Welcome!
Nice wood, great first attempt. Keep us posted on your newer work too.
Jim Underwood
10-20-2007, 11:46 AM
Welcome to the Creek (from a part timer). There's a lot of nice folks here (and a lot of characters too- not to say they're not nice too, of course).

I'm puzzled, and have a question....

How come "blackwood" is red, and not black?:confused:
Brian Weick
10-20-2007, 12:07 PM
:) Very nice work ~ you guys and these bowls, I envy you- I'm going to try this soon- just don't have any stumps:( Very nice work Alan and welcome to SMC!
Brian
Dennis Peacock
10-20-2007, 12:12 PM
Welcome to The Creek (SMC) Alan.
The woodturning vortex runs pretty deep here with friendly people, lots of help when needed, and overall fun just to hang out with.

Glad to have ya around the watering hole. ;)
Steve Schlumpf
10-20-2007, 2:35 PM
Welcome to the Creek Alan! Beautiful first bowl - love the color! Looking forward to seeing more of your work!
Mike A. Smith
10-20-2007, 6:25 PM
Welcome Alan, great first!