Decorating Turned Wood: The Maker's Eye

by Liz O'Donnell and Michael O'Donnell

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This sumptuous book brings a new dimension to woodturning. Working with native sycamore and beech, rather than strongly coloured exotic timbers, inspired Liz and Michael O'Donnell to explore unusual ways of adding colour and character to their work. The range of techniques used is impressive: Carving * Routering * Inlay * * Staining with water-based colour * Charring * Bleaching * Sandblasting * * Marbling * Pyrography * Gold leaf * Painting in oils & acrylics * Wire-brushing * Liz O'Donnell's stunning illustrations show how the designs are evolved, often using marine imagery such as birds and seashells as a point of departure. The result is a book which gives an unprecedented insight into the creative process, in addition to practical instruction in the techniques involved. Turners of all abilities will find it an inspiration.
  • ISBN10 1861082045
  • ISBN13 9781861082046
  • Publish Date 18 July 2002
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 7 July 2009
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 160
  • Language English