Patrick McDaniel

Creating bowls and vessels is a rewarding and time-consuming process. I perform all of the work involved from start to finish. The pieces begin from found trees felled by storms, construction sites, and road clearing. The work is from northern hardwoods such as cherry, ash, maple, and walnut. All pieces are from one block of wood.All of my turnings are twice turned. The first time, the piece is left thick to slowly dry for a time, then it is turned again, sanded and polished and a finish is added. With minimal care, these bowls and vessels will last for generations!My one of a kind pieces reflect a blending of over thirty years of woodworking skill in various endeavors such as furniture, sculpture and architecture. Presently, my focus is on the challenging world of wood turning.With this expressive art form, I hope that I may find a way to relate to others and have them enjoy the simplicity of line and the solid beauty of wood.