"Bendy Birch" power tool carving using the lathe. Large sculpture carved from spalted tree trunk.

This large wood carving was created with assorted power tools by hand from a large Birch Wood trunk with the assistance of the lathe. This piece features extensive spalting throughout the wood grave. The natural bark has been preserved throughout the live/natural edge of the piece that has been carved with 3 large "folds". Finished with Teak oil. This irregularly shaped piece is 24 inches across and 15 inches tall and weighs 15 pounds.
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I spend my free time dreaming up ways to express my artistic side and to raise money for Operation Underground Railroad.
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My commonly used tools:
-Laguna lathe, very well built, solid, strong, variable speed, 110 or 220 volt (amzn.to/3orYsOy)
-Wen lathe was my trusty starter lathe: amzn.to/3aqIIGH
-File Sander: amzn.to/36o3hlE, for those hard to get to sanding projects.
-Flexible Shaft carving tool: amzn.to/3vnwB5E
-Angle Grinder: (amzn.to/36lgewG), one of my most indispensable tools, (amzn.to/3iXtNHW) this one has a flat head, helps get into tight spaces, carving and sanding disks are a life saver.
- Grinder Carving Disk: (amzn.to/39oWqKG), this is a really great disk for roughing out medium sized projects
- Grinder Sanding Disks: (amzn.to/3cj91Rv), fantastic for sanding and minor-moderate shaping stages
- Round Sanding System: (amzn.to/3r11N8Q) sleeves go around an inflatable ball (amzn.to/2KVCUvW )or make your own foam ball, attaches to a drill, great for tight corners.
- Palm Sander: (amzn.to/3r1mJg8), I like the size of the sand paper for both this and on the lathe by hand.
- Chain Saw: (amzn.to/2MbWNj2), trusty gas type, I also bought this electric one (amzn.to/3qZOqpp) for the in the garage projects
- Super Glue: (amzn.to/3pFg5vT) thin and runny, perfect for stabilizing bark or other unstable wood.
-Flexible Foam for mold building/dams: amzn.to/36lhGi8
-Resin: TotalBoat.com has been gracious enough to donate resin for my future projects, given them some love! You can get 15% off using my code: PreeceTB or Preece
- Pigments: amzn.to/3sYC5ng, great quality for resin
- Pressure Pot: (amzn.to/3JjD7mo) 10 gallon for big projects, (amzn.to/3tfp1u2) 5 gallon for the average sized resin projects or (amzn.to/3pwX0M8) for the smaller average jobs 2.5 gallon, both need minor modifications to work.
- Vacuum Chamber: for big projects! (amzn.to/3oG6XrZ)
- Protection:
- Head Protection: amzn.to/39t3lm0: face shield for carving and lathe work.
-Respirator: HIGHLY recommended for wood and resin work, speaking as a Dr, protect those lungs!
-Ear Protection: amzn.to/3tqYWbA and those ears: amzn.to/3qa9xW2
Thank you for your support!
#woodturning #powercarving #DanPreece #woodbowl #woodworking #resinart #lathe #artforour #operationundergroundrailroad

[@aprilrains9921]

It never ceases to amaze me that someone is able to look at a lump of anything and cut away what is unnecessary to reveal something magical.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@еленазакатова-в3н]

Я полностью согласна и смотрю уже не первое творчество этого специалиста по дереву.Такое впечатление что это такое гибкое,а не пенек и скорее всего березы.

[@missdaisy7576]

I am so in love with this piece Dan, fantastic job and thank you for sharing the video. ❤

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ES-bl1wy]

Masterpiece! Amazing to watch what you are creating, even more that you are helping bring awareness to the horrible child trafficking around the world. Love you and what you do. O.U.R. is an AMAZING organization. 🇺🇲♥️

[@artgivinghope]

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[@veneraberens2547]

YOU NEVER DISAPPOINT US WITH YOUR BRILLIANT CREATIVITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP AS AN ARTIST MYSELF I ABSOLUTELY DEFINITELY LOVE WHAT YOU CREATE AND THAT YOU DONATE TO ACTUALLY MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN PEOPLES LIVES THROUGH YOUR WORK ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING GORGEOUS GODS BLESSINGS ON YOUR HOUSEHOLD AND HEAVENS PANTRY SET YOUR TABLE ALWAYS WHAT YOU DO DOES NOT GO UNNOTICED IN THE HALLS OF HEAVEN MAY ANGELS CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER AND PROTECT YOU AS YOU FULFILL GODS PLAN FOR THIS WORLD WITH YOUR GIFT AND TALENT AND SKILL LOVE AND PEACE ON YOUR HEAD MAN💯🤙🏻💚🙃

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much Venera! Artforour.org

[@greerturner5925]

This piece is humongous! AND BEAUTIFUL! Teak oil is just the right finish. What a magnificent piece of art!!!

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[@TheParkAttendant]

Speaking of trolls, people were criticizing someone for doing over grown yards on his own time for free. They couldn't see this man's altruism as helping the elderly or folks who just don't have money to pay someone to do it. Fantastic work! I wish I could buy it.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@janewray-mccann2133]

Astonishing. A clear cut cellular 3 dimensional introspective into a relatively fast growing old Nth. American log. Never before achieved in any worldly homo sapien artistic endeavour or algebraic context. Well bloody done. Rorocs, Tasmania.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ScrapwoodCity]

Wow, absolutely amazing piece!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@UkeOne]

You've proven time and time again, Dan, that you can tackle any chunk of wood out there in nature and turn it into a masterpiece. Nothing ever seemed to phase you in any way. But this one? OMG! What a stunning and masterful piece of art. I hope you sell this for $$$thousands$$$ because it would be worth it. I envy the person who will eventually own this beauty.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Much appreciated.

[@jimrosson6702]

Amazing work it turned out beautiful and I love that you donate all the money 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[@artgivinghope]

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[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Fantastic job on this bowl! It’s truly a masterpiece. As you were working on it I thought you might shape it into a butterfly. It’s gorgeous! Amazing job! Bravo!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Much appreciated. ArtForOUR.org

[@judithfairchild8620]

Lovely butterfly shaped bowl. So glad you saved the bark edge. Colors are very pretty

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you!

[@BadAppleWoodwerx]

When I saw the pictures of this piece, I didn't really understand the sheer scale of it. Wow Dan, great job. 😎

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Much appreciated.

[@meghaffer]

This is so beautiful!!! I had no idea how massive it was from the thumbnail.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@MrSimprof]

Very Very Very nice Once again Dan and you made me laugh about the humidity it also reminder me of the day I landed in Winnipeg. I had left England it was raining and 48 degrees F and when i stepped off the plane in Winnipeg it was -42 degrees. lol

[@artgivinghope]

Truly! Humidity is the worst...

[@mrb1060]

Inspirational man. I really respect your talent and ingenuity…and purpose.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@joesony5196]

this sculpture is really an outstanding , idea innovative too from one professional artist like you .Thanks for the video.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@atelier9419]

Magnifique Bravo ! 🤗

[@artgivinghope]

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[@coopsbury]

I love this piece! Such a super cause too. I prey you raise a huge amount of money with your auction! I will definitely share your video, good luck!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@petermarsh4993]

Superb work, inspirational. Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@artgivinghope]

I appreciate that a lot! Artforour.org

[@jamestruax9176]

Thanks. Your piece has inspired me to do something similar yet different. You know you have succeeded when others try come up to your standard of work. Excellent work!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@Missmewithdat]

God bless you sir this is absolutely incredible and for a great cause

[@artgivinghope]

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[@stephena2390]

Nailed it again Dan! That piece makes me think of a fortune cookie

[@artgivinghope]

I can see that! Thank you..

[@philomenahearn1717]

This is beautiful. Your artistic talents and creative skills are way above many on Utube

[@artgivinghope]

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[@micah06v8]

As usual absolutely beautiful piece! Word of warning, in regard to the moisture meter, don't feed the trolls! 😉

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks! Much appreciated. Artforour.org

[@NaiyaBladesinger]

I saw you wheel that thing in and I was like "HOLY HECK!! How is that going to fit on the lathe??" this is a beautiful piece!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@bonitagoodwin5086]

Absolutely stunningly beautiful!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@kobiekaasjager4822]

You are amazing in everything you do.

[@artgivinghope]

You are very kind Kobie!

[@oneshotme]

BIG congrats on the 25k subs!! Beautiful and a great job making it, It sure didn't look that big when you showed it at the start. You need a big house to display it for sure. Hope you're able to get every penny you're wanting to get for it!!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

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[@oneshotme]

@@artgivinghope You're very welcome Dan!!!

[@maudwelford1843]

Absolutely fabulous 💕🙏🇬🇧

[@artgivinghope]

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[@pattigolden1]

Very cool!! Definitely one of my favorites.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@terezadecastro5350]

Estou admirada com a beleza e perfeição das suas peças parabéns e obrigada por compartilhar abraços de SP Brasil. .

[@artgivinghope]

Muito obrigado! Artforour.org

[@ОлькаСюзева]

Начала смотреть не глядя на автора и, о чудо!, я слышу этот знакомый смех! Сразу настроение поднялось. 😅😊

[@artgivinghope]

You've made my day! Artforour.org

[@ОлькаСюзева]

@@artgivinghope А вы мой🤗😋💖

[@pasqualedigennaro3029]

Davvero bello complimenti.

[@artgivinghope]

Gratzi! Artforour.org

[@ronnielloyd4514]

As always a beautiful piece.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you Ronnie!

[@bossplaier]

Respect! Nice piece and proper mission.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@michaelfelixb1316]

Wunderschön gemacht 👌👏 ich bin begeistert 🤩

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ludekagreoheger5070]

Good work. Bravo. I also work with wood. Greetings from the Czech Republic. Luděk

[@artgivinghope]

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[@eddievalenzuela3009]

It's absolutely gorgeous! But did it stand upright on its own or did you have a base of some type for it?

[@artgivinghope]

Thankfully, it turned out really well balanced ... Artgivinghope.org

[@charlesreicks648]

Wow that looks amazing. Thanks for sharing. Tim

[@artgivinghope]

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[@marybethprinkey2635]

I love your work and I love what you do.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@hantieferreira4398]

Wow, amazing work as usual. Thanks

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you so much Hantie!

[@scottfonner]

Really nice work Dan, I'm inspired!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@germainrioux945]

awesome ,,,

[@artgivinghope]

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[@kathymoser9750]

Beautiful!!!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@annmarieholland4242]

Great project!! Thanks

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you!

[@DrDepth89]

I’m in Sandy/Draper area. What part of the state are you in. Your stuff is beautiful. I also explore my creative side in my spare time playing with wood and resin. Starting to fool around with artistic bowls. Might have something to donate.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! I'm over in Cottonwood Heights... Thank you! www.artgivinghope.org/currentauctions

[@qapla]

Very nice and creative, Dan ... keep up the good work - also, I do really like your music selections

[@artgivinghope]

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[@johanna1268]

what a fantastic sculpture! Unbelivable how you create this from the origin wood piece! (sorry, in case of language mistakes, I am german ;-)

[@artgivinghope]

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[@dougkinney4521]

Just amazing!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@debroberts1296]

Beatiful carving! Would like to try something like that in clay.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you!!

[@willenewadkins]

Just amazing.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@Викторкурлов-ш3м]

Молодец это очень здорово СПАСИБО тебе за доставленное удовольствие так держать очень красивая ваза г Хабаровск Россия

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ronaldmikelee7026]

Beautiful

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[@jamesevans2283]

Baffles my mind how you create a lot of the pieces you do. I'm curious who's music you're playing, artist and song, want to buy a download.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Ya gotta put the crazy somewhere... might as well be art. :) It's the Unicorn Heads, "Hurts so good"

[@persianhandicrafts]

Excellent and beautiful👋

[@artgivinghope]

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[@DrDepth89]

Also in Utah. What part of the state are you in? Your stuff is beautiful.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ConnieConnie824]

Beautiful 💜

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks!!

[@LightAndSportyGuy]

Have you tried fine line tape - used to mask curves when painting cars to mark your lines? You can get it in narrow widths to make it easy to go around curves.

[@artgivinghope]

Nope, but great idea!

[@ioneferreira1484]

Fantastic!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@dondeere]

really great job love it!!!!!!!!!!!

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[@marciafazekas5384]

Beautiful ❤

[@artgivinghope]

Wow, thank you! www.artgivinghope.org/currentauctions

[@benianthony6396]

Wow how do you come up with These ideas when you See a big piece of wood

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! I got this idea from Skip Bellack... Artforour.org

[@mariazuniga3410]

Love it!

[@artgivinghope]

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[@funo6581]

It’s beautiful

[@artgivinghope]

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[@j.joseph5353]

Will the bark remain intact over time or will it fall off at some point?

[@artgivinghope]

The bark was heavily super glued and then soaked in Teak Oil... it should last forever... www.artforour.org/our/p/bendy-birch-birch-wood-folded-wood-carving-by-dan-preece?rq=Bendy

[@persianhandicrafts]

that was perfect 👍👍👍

[@artgivinghope]

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[@cuttingboardcncandallthing8645]

Hey Dan … I hope you don’t mind … I showed a video of one of your projects to another Artist Ray Kinman a wood carver and told him about what you do and Art for OUR … let me know if I was out of line … have a great day bud

[@artgivinghope]

Awesome! Thank you. I'd love to spread this message and opportunity to all artists.

[@masjabrikdiy8422]

Great job friend

[@artgivinghope]

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[@meilleure6970]

Really looks like someone manage to paper fold out of a birch...does that make sense? XD

[@artgivinghope]

You bet! That's definitely close to what I was going for! Artforour.org

[@brucecraig4954]

Nice work.

[@artgivinghope]

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[@ricwatkins1437]

Very unique and creative Doc. Your brain must weigh at least 10 or 11 pounds! Ha ha. I love it.

[@artgivinghope]

That's hilarious! Thank you!

[@RONIN2025]

Been away just watched embers and ancient chaos ❤️

[@artgivinghope]

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[@cclark3221]

How do you keep the center from cracking as it dries?

[@artgivinghope]

Leave it really thick.... you can also treat it with a sealant or paint it...

[@greerturner5925]

A butterfly transformed!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you!!

[@schmfr1950]

Wunderbar

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[@rmfish6570]

super💪👍👌👋👊👏

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[@allmodcons2274]

Shipping to the UK?

[@artgivinghope]

You bet! Just sent one to Australia... www.artforour.org/currentauctions

[@jackthompson5092]

Not a turning but pretty neat anyway.

[@artgivinghope]

True! Thank you Jack

[@ОльгаХлус-к2д]

Человек создан со способностью творить, потому что Бог создал человека по Своему подобию !!! ,,Бог сказал: «Создадим⁠⁠ человека по нашему образу⁠ и подобию⁠ и пусть он господствует над морскими рыбами, над небесными птицами, над скотом, над всеми другими существами и над всей землёй⁠». ⁠И Бог создал человека по своему образу, создал его по образу Бога. Он создал мужчину и женщину⁠." (Бытие 1:26, 27)

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[@artgivinghope]

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[@Olga-65.]

Неужели автор не осознает, что его язык понимают только его сограждане? Зачем вообще говорить? Можно делать молча!

[@artgivinghope]

Is the viewer aware their device has volume control?

[@darlaflorence7428]

Beautiful!!!

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