Bill Walzer

Wood

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Turning a piece of wood is a bit of an adventure because I never know for certain what may be inside. There may be an exciting swirl of grain or rotten wood or bark. As I carve into a block I am interacting with the wood to create the final form. I have never made two identical pieces. Each piece is a unique combination of nature and artistic nurture plus turning skill.

I enjoy deciding if a piece is going to be straight or curvy or angular or all of the above. I am also conscious of the fact that I can create objects of beauty with minimal environmental impact. Trees that are removed because of old age or disease or construction. Even the electricity to run my lathe is 100% renewable. Tree care companies know to bring me their most interesting wood rather than take it to the dump.

​My pieces can be admired empty or used for keys, nuts, salads etc. If you ever lose a favorite tree give me a call so I can make a lovely memory piece out of the trunk. I hope the results show I enjoy collaborating with nature!

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