The Circus

Outside diameter 23-1/2"

2 inches thick

Weighted base allows the circle to roll

without tipping over.

Three hidden rare earth magnets

create countless interactive art possibilities.

Segmented cherry / chalk paint with dark wax finish

Pyrography detail on circle's interior surface.

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Note - flexible magnetic figures found online

Pima Inspired Bowl

 

I originally turned this bowl in 2015 with the naked beads and with a much smaller center. 

That unfinished piece has been sitting as a UFO until last week.

Last month the woodturning club I belong to (MSWG) had a demonstration on what I call mosaic illusion embellishing of platters.  

This month MSWG club President announced  a "President's Bowl Challenge for next meeting on 9/18/2021.

I decided to complete what I call a two·fer.  

I enlarged the center of the unfinished bowl and added Basket Illusion embellishing.

 (similar to but not the same as mosaic illusion)

6-3/4 inches in diameter / hard maple

The design inspiration came from this Pima basket tray made in 1900-1910.

Side view of my bowl.

Detail view of my bowl.

Top view of my bowl.

Bottom view of my bowl.