A little about Tom.
I live in northern Minnesota and am blessed with an environment that provides a variety of beautiful wood as the resource for my art work. I create both functional and non-functional items on the lathe.
My work includes turned platters, hollow form vases, a variety of bowls and boxes as well as spinning tops and other unique items. Some pieces are enhanced with techniques that include wood burning, texturing, carving and inlay. Each piece of wood is unique and the items that I create are one of a kind.
Taking a block of wood, a distressed burl or part of a tree trunk and guiding it through the process of roughing out to finishing allows me to create a beautiful form. I strive to complete each individual piece so that it is not only pleasing to look at and hold but also presents a flawless quality of workmanship.
By keeping the process as simple as possible, I let the natural beauty of the wood dominate each shape and form. It is my personal and artistic goal, to create each piece as if it were my only one.
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My Resume:
 What began in 1993 as a casual interest in woodturning, has evolved into a true appreciation for natural beauty. Looking to the wood itself, I use my skills to reveal the beauty hidden within. I have great respect for the artist who have been my mentors and also for the trees that have provided my palette.
I have studied a lot about the turning of wood, including wood types, grain effects, and characteristics. I focus on art form, shape, design, and emphasize quality of workmanship.
I have been to many woodturning symposiums, belong to several woodturning organization, and have won many ribbons and awards.
I have studied under several professional woodturners, Stuart Batty - England, Richard Raffan - Australia, Mike Mahoney - USA.
I also provide demonstrations and some teaching.
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