It's not to everyones taste, but it was fun to make. I keep enjoying the critique thread, jump in on this one. I made a natural edge bench/coffee table from a big mesquite board and this was from the knarly end. 2" x 14".
Deane
It's not to everyones taste, but it was fun to make. I keep enjoying the critique thread, jump in on this one. I made a natural edge bench/coffee table from a big mesquite board and this was from the knarly end. 2" x 14".
Deane
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I like this piece, it looks simple in the thumbnail but has a lot of things going on. My only quibble is the three small holes; I would have preferred them to look less like nail or screw holes. Based on location and spacing, I am sure they are intentional and appear to be orbiting.
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Well Deane, I bet that creativity was fun. I like the different centers. And I like 90% of the wood. personal taste-wise, I am not yet used to turning over voids like that, but you did it well.
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having fun is the whole idea! I think this is one I would have to see in person, to get a real feel for it. the wood has a great deal of interest
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Deane, I really like it. I think the flaws and voids work well in the piece, the rugged voided edge is a juxtaposition to the perfectly crafted center (nice, by the way .) It's good to relax and just let things flow! This is an beautiful piece!
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Thanks for the comments! Dennis, I agree with the 3 holes. They were shallow and didn't show up well, I put a drop of stain in them and now they are too dark. I will sand them out lighter and their irregular edges will soften them. Just a little self indulgence, I've been doing several "just for myself" things lately. I'm easily entertained.
Deane
Originality is the art of concealing your source.
Franklin P. Jones
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Was this intended to be a wall hanging or a table top to go with the table/bench? Could work either way. nice conversation piece and well done.
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A wall hanging, to break-up all of the rectangular stuff on our walls. I cut 4 key-hole slots in the back so is can be rotated for a different look.
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Franklin P. Jones
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I like this piece a lot. Totally a work of art.
I might prefer to see a bit of different media added in. The wood is beautiful but ...overwhelming...?
Maybe a bit of silver leaf over the center dome, or some offsetting painted pinstripes in a couple of the grooves...
I personally really like the 'nail' holes just the way they are!
Great work.
Cheers!