"Irony" the exploding willow wood bowl & its' resurrection. Wood turning lathe work. O.U.R.

This was supposed to be a relatively quick trip to make a straightforward bowl while my family was on a trip. A woodturner's dream right? Well, this rock hard yet fragile chunk of willow wood had other plans.
Being sold at ArtForOUR.org (www.artforour.org/our/p/willow-bowl-12-x-9-inch-handmade-willow-wood-bowl) to raise money for Operation Underground Railroad, fighting child sex trafficking around the world.
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- Lathe: (amzn.to/3orYsOy) this Laguna lathe is freaking amazing, very well built, solid, strong, variable speed, 110 or 220 volt. I couldn't have designed it better. This Wen lathe was my first trusty starter lathe, great place to start this hobby: amzn.to/3aqIIGH
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- Angle Grinder: (amzn.to/36lgewG), one of my most indispensable tools, (amzn.to/3iXtNHW) the 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
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- Palm Sander: (amzn.to/3r1mJg8), the most important sanding tool, used on almost every job. I like the size of the sand paper for both this and on the lathe by hand.
- Chain Saw: (amzn.to/2MbWNj2), has worked well for years, I also bought this electric one (amzn.to/3qZOqpp) for the quieter in the garage projects
- Oscillating Tool: (amzn.to/3puK4q1) great for cutting and sanding sharp corners and tight spots.
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- Pressure Pot: (amzn.to/3tfp1u2) 5 gallon for the big resin projects to get rid of bubbles, or (amzn.to/3pwX0M8) for the smaller average jobs 2.5 gallon, both need minor modifications to work.
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Dan Preece
"Mild Mannered Foot/Ankle Surgeon by day, Wood Cutting Paint Flinging Photographer by Night"
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[@artgivinghope]

Sold to the fantstic Linda Chancellor! Thank you for supporting the fight against child trafficking at ArtForOUR.org! #operationundergroundrailroad

[@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469]

Thanks for explaining. We definitely need to protect our children. I'd love to donate my artful items. Such a worthy cause.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! We would absolutely love to host your projects!

[@darlaflorence7428]

Love your humor. And what you are doing for OUR. God bless you all!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you so much Darla! Artforour.org

[@kathleenb.2236]

I applaud your perseverance. The end result turned out beautiful. Thank you for everything you do while supporting a great cause. I look forward to your inspiring projects and next upload.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much for your support! Artforour.org

[@carolsnyder9134]

I love this bowl. Reminds me of life; scarred and broken but when looked after with love, is a beautiful gift. Thank you

[@artgivinghope]

What a great metaphor...! Artforour.org

[@joycethiery2488]

This is BEAUTIFUL. Regardless of what you had to do with it

[@artgivinghope]

@@joycethiery2488 Thank you!! artforour.org

[@Chazbridge]

Turned out really cool Doc! As you said with aging folks who embrace their grey hair, scars etc.. the cracks in this bowl add to it’s natural beauty and the whole coolness of your art piece! BEAUTIFUL!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@kimberlygem7741]

Omgoodness! That is the most beautiful bowl ever! Love it.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you!

[@kimr5841]

Nice save. Perseverance really paid off in the end. Beautiful project.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you Kim! Artforour.org

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

I love the way it came out it is so gorgeous 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! ArtForOUR.org

[@vickiejenkinson2468]

Excellent! Always like to see the human win lol. I'm sorry it came apart, and again... but just at how beautifully it came out! Thank you for sharing your creativity with me. Stay safe, Vickie

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@joycethiery2488]

Coming apart just gave it MORE character

[@richkeelan1312]

Beautiful at least you saw I through when it came apart you put it back stronger and a ton of character well done Sir

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@simontravis7452]

Its not about where you start or the destination its the journey you take to get there, and what a trip that was, great destination too.

[@artgivinghope]

That's definitely true for most of my projects! Thank you. Artforour.org

[@jenniferkeck6772]

Stunning. Well done..true talent.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@immortalfae13]

Really beautiful work! Take care & God Bless!!!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@klee6024]

very impressive work! If I hadn't watched the process, I might wonder how it all stayed together, with all the cracks. The piece shows a lot of character and will make a great conversation piece.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@theresagosling1530]

What a thing of beauty! Cracks and all. I absolutely agree with you about embracing growing older. Thanks for all you do and for the person you are. I respect you immensely.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@ThePapa1947]

Looks fantastic. All the cracks were in the perfect place. Great job of turning it. Gary

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@jacquiemouton9053]

Amazing how that turned out after all the trials and tribulations. Beautiful.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Certainly a rough road for this project... Artforour.org

[@janetpolk5183]

Bowl - beautiful! Piano/Jazz - great!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Those blues have really got me lately. :) Artforour.org

[@christineingram55]

I think this is a really beautiful Art Bowl ..The cracks and shape of it looks very natural.I feel it was the right thing to continue with it .It looks like I feel lol.But I love it and I think your very talented and do this for such a great cause and for your relaxation too ,because I assume your job is very stressful at times too .Keep up the great work ..Love n Light 🥰

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you so much! Artforour.org

[@quietinspirationcreations3448]

@Christine Ingram I was absolutely thinking the same thing, life brings us many obstacles to overcome, and people usually do one of two things, give up and toss the bowl, or turn it into something beautiful. I have had my fair share of obstacles, some of which include being struck by lightning and a having a near fatal bought of Bacterial Meningitis, but I feel like each experience has taught me to think outside the box for ways to persevere and allowed me to take the time to love and appreciate the beauty of imperfections in nature. Each crack tells the story of this tree's life, and Dan's artistry has now immortalised it's story in this beautiful piece!

[@artgivinghope]

I love it! Great thoughts! Artforour.org

[@RickTurnsWoodturning]

Great bowl, Dan!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@kanapodcreate7048]

Hi, Dan,. Awesome your project.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@cerisekappes580]

I love and enjoy your Channel because you are honest and quite talented! Your perseverance always pays off with a stunning project!!! Keep it up!!! 😊😊😊

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@cerisekappes580]

@@artgivinghope you are very welcome!!!

[@janetmerrill5303]

Dan, I bought this bowl and it has just arrived. We are displaying it on my prized copper and glass table where it is a striking addition to my home. Child slavery, slavery of all kinds is more prevalent now than ever, even in North America. Thank you for sharing your artistry to supporting the fight against such a wide spread, deplorable practice.

[@artgivinghope]

Fantastic!!

[@carolriley8472]

Gorgeous bowl and the cracks add character!

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks! Artforour.org

[@larrybooth1771]

Doctor. You've come a long way.

[@artgivinghope]

Work in progress! Artforour.org

[@grumpyswoodturning7390]

I really appreciate you not using resin on this project. I’m still a new woodturner ( December 2020 ) but I watch allot of videos when I’m not turning. Yes resin makes some stuff look nice but I’ve noticed people using it as a crutch I guess you could say. If their turning goes to crap they bring out the resin. I don’t like the natural look of wood. Even if it’s not “perfect”. Your project looks beautiful to me & it detonated on you. You pulled yourself together & fixed it to look great again. That’s the sign of a true craftsman & woodturner in my mind. Again thank You from GrUmPy’S Wood Turning in New Market Tennessee. ....🇺🇸GrUmPy🇺🇸....

[@artgivinghope]

I appreciate that a lot! Thank you for your support. Artforour.org

[@spy-v-spy1848]

I have seen people wrapping their turns when working with something that chaotic. They wrap 'em & throw on a steady rest ... still no guarantees in turning, but it will at least reduce some of the carnage & help keep the pieces from being flung about the shop. Something as simple as duct tape & a Garbage bag can buy a little piece of mind & save you some time searching for pieces while you are hollowing. Looks beautiful regardless.

[@artgivinghope]

Great advise. Gracias!

[@vickipitts37]

I could hear you saying you will not beat me you will be a bowl!

[@artgivinghope]

That's exactly the chant that was in my soul. :) Artforour.org

[@farmerjohn8726]

Heroic!! ... Beautiful result for the worthiest of causes! ... one thought for your embrace of aging wood is to do what your colleagues do for their aging patients ... tape 'em up! Many turners sand and finish coat the exterior before even starting the interior ... at that point, if worried about integrity, you could wrap the exterior with gaffers tape (super strong, stronger than duct tape or gorilla tape, and it leaves no residue} ... tape it up like a hockey stick! Wind it super tight; a round bowl can take it! Then hog out the inside, or even core it out with the One Way coring jig if the wood is as hard as that one was (better than the largest forstner bit), all while taped tight on the outside with gaffers tape ... just a thought ... Farmer John, Ontario

[@artgivinghope]

That's some excellent advice! Thank you. Artforour.org

[@charitybrown4274]

Awesome Job !!! That’s Great!! 👍😁

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@keithspencersr.6806]

Outstanding piece, big respect to you and your channel.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! Artforour.org

[@designabeej]

Beautiful piece 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Artforour.org

[@tonymckessar5734]

was watching this and thinking ...' he going to ruin it poring resin all through it'. Thank you sir I am in love with that piece

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you! Some days you've got to give the resin the day off! Artforour.org

[@jimhoward89]

Nice work, and now the criticism. 1- Not using a live center on a piece with a makeshift tenon is a failure in the making, especially with no live center. 2- You probable had the explosion because you were using a pull-cut from the bottom of the bowl; doing so exerts force on an already unstable rim. Use a push-cut from the edge of the rim - less stress on the wood. 3- Even if you're sitting on the end of the lathe, ricochets happen. 4- You may need the Death & Dismemberment insurance I sell. Seriously, I like your perseverance and your cause. The organic feel of a piece that's not perfectly smooth all over is very attractive.

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks for the input! Artforour.org

[@magikdust2095]

This looks great, but I think it would've been a perfect candidate for casting in resin. It would've made it stronger, and still emphasized the beautiful cracks. A translucent black resin would've been amazing with this piece. It's still beautiful, though.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much! www.artforour.org/how-you-can-help

[@craftycrafter1960]

“There are no honest mistakes only opportunities!”

[@artgivinghope]

Truth!

[@lilliekelly3406]

This is a beautiful bowl. Kim Tippin has some good ideas for doing resin like the one you did last week.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you for the idea and support! Artforour.org

[@electricjoshaloo]

turned out really nice. I would definitely have chainsawed closer to the desired shape and tried to go at it with a kutzall extreme burr grinding disc before hitting the lathe tools.

[@artgivinghope]

Good ideas! Artforour.org

[@janetmerrill5303]

. Is there an email address to which I could send you several photos of the bowl in its final home? Several years ago I designed and had constructed a copper table which was fashioned to resemble a tree trunk. For years I have waited to find the perfect centrepiece for it. The “Exploding Willow Bowl is the perfect piece.

[@artgivinghope]

Absolutely! We'd love to share the photos. [e-mail] Thank you so much!

[@RadioFaceWoodWorks]

Hey Dr Dan...fine work...if that piece that came off had hit your foot I know a guy who could fix it😀... stay safe...press on 😎 Joe

[@artgivinghope]

You better get me his number! My shop's a crazy place... Artforour.org

[@ianperry8073]

What's with the blue numbers counting down?. This question is some Professor Ian Parry from London in the UK, I am a retired music professor, and I think what you're doing is very very cold indeed.

[@artgivinghope]

The blue numbers are the RPMs of the lathe... ie the speed which can be controlled. I hope you mean't cool not cold. 😀

[@yvonneinwood1047]

It looks like a walnut shell

[@artgivinghope]

I can see it!

[@garyscialdone7641]

That piece was obviously too unstable to turn. I also enjoy working from natural, "flawed" stock, but people, do not turn something this unstable. The observation that things tend to fly off in the plane of the rotation is not protection against injury.

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks for the input! Artforour.org

[@mikehendrix6558]

Looks like cypress

[@artgivinghope]

I pulled it from my huge woodpile. From what I could tell, it was willow....

[@горастружки]

супер

[@artgivinghope]

Thanks! Artforour.org

[@jennierenzi8739]

I feel like you put this piece of wood in the wrong direction.like against the grain.

[@artgivinghope]

You're not wrong... however, given the areas of rot and other issues, it was the best direction for the outcome I wanted.... :)

[@jennierenzi8739]

@@artgivinghope its your project it just throw me a bit

[@jarmstrong2843]

There are two videos that show bad blowups while turning wood; yours and The Wood Whirler ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/jne6qX-lirqbldk ). However, I think the Wood Whirler’s blowup took out a lot of his shop. Take a view of the link. I had a father figure who looked out after me as a child all the way into my teens. He was an expert Wood worker, pecan farmer and a great teacher who taught me many things about wood and life. When I returned to my home in Southern New Mexico, I stopped by his farm that he still ran at 93 years of age. He was tough as boot leather. His wife pointed me to his workshop where he was working on a project. When I entered the shop I found him on the floor in a bloody mess. A piece of mesquite broke off a turning and impaled him through the neck. It went the rough the face shield. He had been dead for about 30 minutes when I found him. The coroner said there was no way for him to have survived. Why am I telling you this? It’s those accidents like what you experienced that can be disastrous in more than one way. Turn safely, friend!

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you for your concern! artforour.org

[@beneditoalvesdasilva]

Ei amigo muito cuidado quero ainda continuar assistindo seus videos; procure uma madeira mais firme , essa parecia já passada do ponto, só serve para queimar. ok abraço

[@artgivinghope]

Obrigado! Artforour.org

[@mikehendrix6558]

I want you to make me a goblet with epoxy resin wood emerald with pear. Deep green. I will purchase it for your charity

[@artgivinghope]

I'll see what I can do.... :)

[@mikehendrix6558]

@@artgivinghope thank you Dan. Love love love your work. Can't say it enough. You may say you're still learning, but the Art you create is simply STUNNING. I mean that with everything in Me. Incredible

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you very much Mike!

[@jimmiller4526]

From a safety perspective you either need to watch a lot of videos or find a new hobby before you are seriously injured.

[@artgivinghope]

Thank you for your input. I'm sure you mean well. Artforour.org

[@jimmiller4526]

You are correct, I do mean well. But some of your techniques are in need of change. Starting and stopping your lathe with the speed control is a very poor practice. The red button is the only thing short of unplugging it, is the only sure way to do it safely. Having to force your check onto the spindle with pliers is another problem in the making. And lastly and most importantly failing to keep the tailback in place as long as possible can only spell doom at some point. Watch some of the other folks' videos and learn to turn safely. Good luck!

[@pambozkurt5277]

Dan-1 Bowl-0...

[@artgivinghope]

Truly! Artforour.org