I have realized that I definitely dont contribute enough to this forum. So here goes. This is a prototype of a hall table I designed for a class I am teaching at American Sycamore. Hope you enjoy.
I have realized that I definitely dont contribute enough to this forum. So here goes. This is a prototype of a hall table I designed for a class I am teaching at American Sycamore. Hope you enjoy.
Holly cow!!!! That is one beautiful piece of furniture. Is it your design? If it is, sell your tools and open up a design studio!
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Byron Trantham
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Marc, great looking table. That does bring up a couple of questions though. Which class are you teaching at American Sycamore? (I don't see you on the agenda). Will you be showing how you do the inlay? Thanks.
Feel the wind and set yourself a bolder course
Marc.....if you can and are doing that kind of work.....YOU DEFINITELY ARE NOT POSTING OFTEN ENOUGH HERE! Forget the photo cops....send out the Photo Army! Seriously, I really like the design and execution! Beautiful. Please post more photos of you work! A beginner like myself can learn a lot just from the photos!
Ken
So much to learn, so little time.....
Very nice Mark. Like the others stated. post more of your work.
Once again very well done.
Very dramatic design! What kinds of wood were used? Beautiful piece. More please!
Dan
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-Woody Allen-
Critiques on works posted are always welcome
Beauty piece ! I love it !
"The element of competition has never worried me, because from the start, I suppose I realized wood contains so much inspiration and beauty and rhythm that if used properly it would result in an individual and unique object." - James Krenov
What you do speaks so loud, I cannot hear what you say. -R. W. Emerson
Awesome!! ...Marc could you indulge us with more details? ...it looks like you doweled the drawer fronts (with metal plugs?) ...great looking peice ...please tell us more about it.
...Jim W
Now, that's very kewel!! Wonderful design! Thanks for sharing it with us!!
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Thanks for the kind replies. I will try to answer everyone's questions.
Yes it is my design. I wanted the design to contain a few key elements that I wanted to focus on in the class. The primary wood is Jatoba. The accents are wenge and the top is a little curly maple. Obviously a mix of woods was used for the inlay.
The class is going to be scheduled for April of 2006. If anyone is interested you can just email the folks at American Sycamore and they can reserve your spot. I was happy to hear recently that the class is already half full. The inlay will actually be a weekend add-on to the 5 day class. I believe Mike and Dana are getting the 2006 schedule together and will probably post it by the end of August.
The drawer is indeed doweled with 1/4" steel rods. The handle is attached to the front of the drawer with the same material.
Thanks for the encouragement. I will certainly post more here soon. You are a good bunch of people and I hope to get to know you all better.
If anyone is interested, my website is essentially my "online portfolio". You can see lots of pics there. Once again, thanks.
www.marcswoodcreations.com
Marc You make beautiful things. Mike
Fine design and craftsmanship, Marc! Could you put in your location so we know roughly where you are?
consider it done.
Marc, this is a beautiful table. Really nicely executed, quite elegant.
What are the dimensions and do you have a closer up look at the inlay?
Keep up the good work and it sounds like a great class.
Everyone has already said it...But I just gotta....Beautiful work Marc...Great design and artfully executed. Looking forward to your future posts!
~john
"There's nothing wrong with Quiet" ` Jeremiah Johnson