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motivated
me to try another. The second piece incorporated pillars and an
oriental flavor. It led me to try something even more radically
different. I combined the balancing act with carving and came
up with something totally new. It was a self-balancing piece.
I am
happy to accept the encouragement of other Club members they
often motivate me to try new things. I am having fun. It is
more than just turning bowls. It involves the creative
process. I like what I have done and I am enjoying exploring.
Thanks
Joel, thanks Jim and thanks Frank. You have made the process
more interesting for me. You have moved me and motivated me.
Joel
asked me to demonstrate the angular work in the future. I told
him that for each piece that I complete I have two disasters
sitting in the scrap bin. Don’t be afraid to try something
new. Don’t be afraid to test your skills. Don’t worry about
spoiling a piece. Be prepared to throw days of work away in
your search for your own style. Once you have discovered
something new do more than one. No two pieces should be exactly
the same. Test your creativity and do not be afraid to bring
your new creations to Show and Tell. When people begin copying
your ideas you have achieved a great deal. Rather than copying
take something from others and try for something new and unique
you can call your own.
The
difference between an artist and a craftsman is the difference
between copying and creating something truly original. Frank
Sudol told a story about people buying his work when he first
started selling work at shows. An angry customer challenged him
to do something original and not copied from others. As soon as
he developed the necessary skills he did just that. Look at his
work now.
Good luck in you search. Bring your
series to Show and Tell. Show us how you have grown. Help
motivate us to be better turners.
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