💥MASSIVE Maple BURL Bowl! 😲 Wood Turning

I knew the end result would be fabulous so that made the extreme amount of work involved, tolerable. Still, I hope you love it! 😃 Finished in shellac.
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Things I Like To Turn:
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Bowl Gouges, Spindle Gouge, Skew Chisel, Parting Tool, Dovetail Tool, Face Plate Ring, Wood Worm Screw, SuperNova2 Chuck, Power Sanding Disks, Sand O Flex, Howard Feed & Wax, Sanding Sealer, Shellac, Scotch Brite Pads for Smoothing Finishes

[@crystalswenson8844]

What do I think? I think you are a master at finding art that is hiding in wood! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for being here with me, Crystal! 😀

[@marciak9826]

That’s outstanding, Phil! I did see the salamander right away. There is just so much variation in color and texture-it really has a lot of character! Mighty generous of Kerry to share that lovely piece of wood with you! And as usual, you made the most of it. Gorgeous!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Marcia! 😀

[@lewisdye1002]

You never cease to be amazing. If i was lucky enough to get one of those, I would have to cut it up into four pieces and none of them would be anywhere near this beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Lewis! 😀

[@darlenelaubenstein627]

Beautiful! Thanks for hanging in there and finishing it! Now, go rest!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! Will do! 😀

[@jeanettecusic9430]

Oh W O W!!! I knew in Phil's hands it would be absolutely awesome. LOVE IT!!!! You mean a lot to us also. 😅😅❤❤❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jeanette! 😀

[@susannah4Him]

I like the person skipping on the bottom! 😄 And you’ve got a beaver face on the front! It’s lovely!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@vickiestevens1699]

I saw lots of critters in this humongous piece. A salamander, a platypus, a bear, and a sumo wrestler lying on their side. That was fun. 🥰

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, you have quite an imagination, Vickie! 😀

[@jarmstrong2843]

Call it BBB = Big Burl Bowl. That's a big honker bowl with nice figure. Nice one, Phil!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@paulrapp613]

Phil, What’s to say? Excellence. Just excellence. Keep the aspidistra flying! Thank you. God bless, Paul

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Paul, will do! 😊

[@ThePapa1947]

Massive describes it very well Phil. I was going to finish my coffee and head out to my lathe but now I need to rest after watching you work so hard. But the hard work was well worth the effort. I did see a number of faces and animals but my head was spinning from watching all the cool features I lost them. But they are there...really LOL The finish is perfect for the piece as it always is. Great choices all the way through this fun video to watch. Take care and rest up my friend, Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Gary! Yeah, it was a lot of work but I expected that. I just love the outcome and I'm glad you do, too! 😀

[@2011griz]

Phil ... it's beautiful from any/every direction. nicely done. you are a fortunate man ... to be doing something you love to do ... and doing it so well. inspiring. 🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Griz! 😀

[@JD-xg3ek]

I was smiling the whole video as you were so giddy about this turning. It is a lovely bowl. The maple grain is outstanding. I see a frog on the what you call the back side. You worked hard and the results show. When I see burl I know the grain will be beautiful. Thanks for the show. Joel

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, Joel! 😀

[@mavourneenhalvorsen3935]

Phil, on the back I see a monkey dancing for a little bird. On the inside I a boy giving a rose to a fairy. I love your work. Mavourneen

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I love that, thank you, Mavourneen! 😀

[@84deeanne]

Phil another beautiful peace of Nature and you made it even more so I love it One of Gods creations he's proud of you!! .........Larry

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know, thank you! 😀

[@shanonstrauss]

I see a face inside the bowl and a lizard on the bottom. Beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@apostolicoutdoors]

Beautiful! I see a cowardly lion or a sad bear @27:49. Thanks for another great piece!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@deirdrebaker9601]

Hello Phil. At about minute 27, you ask, "can you see the salamander"? My mother and I both got a smile from that because she saw a gekko and I saw a sugar glider. :-). I get the impression that turning a burl is a bit like opening a geode, in that you are almost certain to find something delightful inside it. Anyway, as always, thank you, thank you for bringing us these videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, very much like that, Deirdre! 😀

[@karengilchrist9774]

Definitely a Salamnder! Beautiful, very natural bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jonmartineau1004]

Phil , that looked like quite the challenge ? Being the master of natural edges , you really mastered this one ! How gorgeous ! And it's huge ! The finish is just incredible as well ! Great job once again . Thank you for sharing . We hope you have a great weekend .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, John! 😀

[@jonmartineau1004]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Phil , I don't know if you know this but if you turn your carbide cutter to about 45 degrees it acts like a shear scraper . I find it works pretty good . Boy wow that was a huge burl you just finished .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

@@jonmartineau1004 Well, yes, of course I do know that, John. I double-dog dare you to try it on a piece like this! Go ahead, let me know how you do! LOL!

[@jonmartineau1004]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Too funny . I was just curious while I was watching you . Have a great weekend .

[@JaquithShadoff]

I really like your approach to the natural elements of the wood and taking advantage of the uniqueness of the individual piece. I really like what you have done.

[@jonheath2790]

Hi Phil , some people would say it's easy to make something nice from such a beautiful piece of wood. It takes patience and creativity to turn it into a work of art. Never get tired watching you create Phil.....please don't stop.❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jon! 😀

[@rwbersin]

Phil, what do you think about the Powermatic 3520C? My ShopSmith Mark V is… done training me 🥴. Hope you and the family are doing well. Bob Bersin, NJ USA

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

@@rwbersin I answered your FB question.

[@AuntieRoma]

Hi Phil, This is amazing! I love burl. So beautiful! I see all kinds of fun things in it. I won’t list them all. 😉 Instead of a salamander, I see a young girl dancing! Inside I see the Cowardly Lion, or maybe just a cat. Blue Ribbon or Gold Medal 🥇 to you on this piece. Take care and enjoy your week! Hugs and more to you always! ✨💫 Roma 🌲💚🌳🦅

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome! Thank you, Roma! Lots of dancing girl comments. I just see the salamander! Oh, well. Probably eating too healthy, lately. LOL! Thank you, my friend and HUGs back at you! 😀

[@dianeclemmer1344]

Oh,,, absolutely gorgeous ❤️ I love your little bark monster on the bottom? Scorpion?🦂 Lizard 🦎🐒 maybe 🤔😄

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think Lizard, Diane. Yeah, he's pretty cool! 😊

[@jimsweeney]

A spectacular bowl that looks like a volcanic crater! And yes, the salamander in the base was very obvious. I'm glad it survived into the finished piece 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too! Thanks, Jim! 😀

[@stephanielovatt2787]

This would look wonderful, filled with large shiny red apples. Great bowl! Well done!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes it would! 😀

[@vickirothe3761]

This piece was not going to reveal it's beauty easily, and it made you really work to reveal it. There were moments when your thumb had a white knuckle, and I hoped it wasn't causing you any pain. I'm sorry it made you work so hard, but the final result is stunning! Thank you for working so hard for all of us to enjoy this lovely piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are welcome, Vicki, thank you for watching! 😀

[@cliffboulton8763]

I find it so relaxing watching you making masterpieces, Phil,and I'm often so relaxed I doze off, then "rewind" so I don't miss anything. This piece was no exception, it's Marvelous what you do. I think I've said it before, I would' have loved to have done wood turning but watching you, I've learned I would not have had the patience. Keep up the good work, Phil, you entertain so many people

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very kindly, Cliff! 😀 Oh, and thanks for not snoring during the show! LOL!

[@garthkeck2291]

Phil, you do have great friends to bring you a piece like this. And you sure did a good job on it. I do love that chatoyance. On the front I see a dog lying down. Thanks for this labor of love.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I sure do, Garth! My generous viewers are what makes my channel interesting. We all get to learn about woods we might not ever see. Thanks for watching! 😀

[@SarHje]

How could I go to bed before this …? No way. You are the highlight of my Thursdays

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly! 😀

[@nicksteadman4254]

To me it is the most beautiful piece I have seen in a long time. Looks very much like the mouth of a live volcano that hasn't erupted in a long time. Absolutely beautiful and very naturistic Phil. 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Nick, I like that! 😊

[@BobbyGriffett]

Another favorite Phil good thing we are not neighbors I would talk you right out of that one. BEAUTIFUL bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You could try, Bobby! 😀

[@lorainenatalino5534]

I see a spinning dancer on the bottom …at 23:04 I see a cat’s (???) face inside the bowl…lol…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻…so much character…love it…

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Loraine! 😀

[@markporter4442]

Yep, another fantastic piece of work and a bonus is having a lizard on the underside of this piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@WhiskeyDale]

it wont hold soup ! Love it Phil. I do so appreciate the work you do and learn so much. Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@michaeldennison3548]

Phil you did a mighty awesome job on this one! As usual. It is really gorgeous! Burls are always so unusual. They are like snowflakes, no two are the same. Great, great job.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Michael! 😊

[@donnasimmons9836]

When it’s down on the table with the blonde end pointing toward you, it reminds me of a turtle

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@aranka9435]

Joyful as always! Already at 24:10 I can see a happy little puppy. Thanks for sharing your hard work for all of us❣️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for watching and commenting! 😀

[@christinemiller7238]

What a great chunky bowl! I see a dancer.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@dalekuhlman1009]

I have to say that’s one of my favorite bowls I’ve seen you turn. Ruggedly beautiful. Great work Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Dale! 😀

[@robertyouker3168]

Now that's a bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@russpenrose5060]

Phil, you really worked hard on this one. I believe this is my favorite turning in sometime.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Russ! 😀

[@scottcates]

Wow! The shape is perfect -- kind of like a volcano from the side views. The sheen is ideal -- not too much shiny-shiny to detract away from the colors and grain. The chatoyance is infinitely awe-inspiring -- love those rays inside the bowl. This is more gem-cutting than wood turning. Beautiful, all around.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Scott! 😀

[@JamesCouch777]

You are definitely the master of the difficult turnings. That was a lot of fun to watch. I imagine it was a very satisfying process. 👍👏👌

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Well, at least the completion was satisfying, James! LOL! Thanks, buddy! 😀

[@erniesmith1097]

CRICKY YOU BLOODY RIPPER PHILL, that's really NARLY looking 🏅🏅🏅and you nailed it good on you. Keep the dream alive son Aussie Aussie Aussie GDAY MATE from brisbane Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Ernie! 😀

[@donaldadams5342]

It's ALWAYS a pleasure to spend time with you Phil, you keep us engaged with you by your relaxed & informative commentary, we ride every revolution with you. It does not matter which way you look at this piece because there is NO single 'front', it is absolutely beautiful from EVERY direction. You are definitely a sensitive, artistic woodturner & a master of your craft. The grain is SO beautiful & varied as one would probably expect from a burl & the finish is great. Thanks for sharing & stay well my friend. Cheers mate, Don from South Aust.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Don, I appreciate your great comment! 😀

[@scottpeterson5913]

Phil, that is a wonderful piece of art! In all honesty, I do not think there is another turner out there who could have turned as nice of piece of beauty as you have done. Of course, it’s a Shady Acres creation!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Scott! 😀

[@jeannestierman3605]

I think this is my favorite piece I have seen you make. It encourages me to attempt some giant black locust burls I have been afraid to work. Thank you!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Please don't be afraid, Jeanne. If you can get a good hold on it, you can turn it! Just be sure to stop often and look it over. You don't want to go too far with something like a giant Black Locust burl! 😊

[@tallyankeegal]

I'm getting some tortoise vibes, great work Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi Phil... That was a beast... very worth while though.. great result... Take care my friend and all the best from Andy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Andy! Take good care, my friend! 😀

[@BobbieJeanM]

That was a BEAST to work on! I’m glad for your sake they all aren’t that difficult! The outcome is amazing and definitely includes a salamander! Another beautiful piece of art! 👌💕

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, BobbiJean! 😊

[@valeriehenschel1590]

THANK YOU KERRY! I find it hard to part with any of my burl chunks, even for Phil!! Phil, Where are you going to put that monster? If you cannot find room for it, you know Cindy would be happy to bring it over here! 🤣🤣🤣 Guessing it will be on the kitchen/dining table, replacing a lesser loved bowl at least for a while. Time to build some new shelves??

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, yeah, it's going to take up some room but, I'll find just the right spot! 😀

[@albertdawson6814]

It's a beauty for sure Phil. Again thank you for sharing. I will see you next week

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Albert! 😀

[@joncooke2450]

Hi Phil, Another beauty "in the books" 👍😁 The beauty in nature and wood never ceases to amaze me, and the way you bring it out also amazes me every time 👍 Keep up your fantastic work, thank you 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jon! 😀

[@lucasb1324]

You're lucky to have friends like that, that bit is expensive. And you finish the piece very professionally. The bowl is absolutely wonderful, a new work of art ala Phil Andersen. ❤ Carsten 👨‍🦽

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, I'm the luckiest woodturner alive, Carsten! What a great group of viewers! 😀

[@robertnorthrup1914]

Now that is some pop corn bowl. lol!! Nice work with the burl. Gives me hope.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! 😊

[@marilyngianadda1661]

That is beyond wow! Phil it was worth all your hard work! I love to watch you work and your informative commentary. You are very precious to me, I am home bound and I look forward to my time with you. Love from South Africa.❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Marilyn! May the sun shine in through the windows for you, today! 😀

[@ronvilla5149]

Absolutely gorgeous Phil!! At 1st I thought you should've taken the bowl out farther, but as always, your eye made the correct choice. 👏👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ron! 😀

[@raydriver7300]

It looks like the rim of a volcano to me. It’s beautiful 🌞

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Agree, Ray, thank you! 😀

[@karenwarner9745]

Nicely done Phil! I’m glad to hear that you prefer the natural properties that might cause a bowl to remain thick. I have found that truth in some of my turnings too, but am a little sheepish that I didn’t thin the bowl out further. This piece is a showcase for natural bowls everywhere. Thanks so much!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks Karen! 😃 I do like bowls that are a little chunky. They have some heft that give a feeling of value, to me. On the other hand, I usually try to make them as thin as the characteristics of the wood will allow. Luckily for me, I like weird wood so they often have thick sides because otherwise, they would have holes in them!

[@sangyenamdrol9392]

its a turtle🤩, so good and glad you used the dremel make that saw cut beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you! 😀

[@brendadriver2702]

Wow, that is beautiful! That was well worth all the effort you put in it! Hope all is well in your world. See you next week. Thanks Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! You too, Brenda! 😊

[@davidscullbonz]

I’d been watching the salamander all through the video, and was happy to hear you mention it while showing the finished bowl. I’ve actually heard a few people say they “suffer” from pareidolia, but I take a bit of pride in raising mine to an art form unto itself. So you can take my word for it: yes, there are several human and animal figures, most notably a crouching lion on the back side. Thank you for another great video.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, David! 😀

[@alangibb3100]

Phil, well that my friend turned out so fantastic and the bark that stayed on really looks amazing, great job well done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Alan! 😀

[@michaelbrown2678]

I'm only half way through and it's already beautiful. Can't wait to see the finished product. Phil, you are a definitely a master at your craft. The finished product is a masterpiece. Well done Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you! 😀

[@leighw9684]

Absolutely gorgeous! It must have been hard to keep working through the anticipation of how beautiful it would turn out. Patience rewarded!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

The anticipation is what kept me going, Leigh. Yes, rewarding, thank you! 😀

[@janeoverby2151]

Oh my goodness! Iy is simply STUNNING! What a wonderful gift. Then tosee how you incorporated the nature into the bowl is just beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yay! Thank you, Jane! 😀

[@michaelburns9172]

Phil I agree with everything that everyone has had to say good about you. Yes you are a Master .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Michael! 😀

[@margeburns2590]

That is HUGE and lovely. Super cool, great grain. Maybe that's a Gecko instead of a salamander. ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Maybe it is, Marge! I'll check with Geico! 😀

[@Nancy-dn8ql]

🎯 Turned out more beautiful than I even imagined.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Nancy! 😀

[@user-wg7dx7er8w]

Hi 👋, Phil, That is definitely a gorgeous piece of Art, well worth the time and effort, I think I can see a face in the bowl, bear 🐻, a with a white tongue sticking out, 😛, 😂, great work, Phil, I still have a lot of work to do on my work shop, mainly to insulate the roof, and need to run some cables for lighting, And I have some leftover floor paint my workshop back in the UK from years ago, I’m going to get the floor at least another coat, then I’m going to get some white floor paint to go over the top, as it is made the room very dark, And I have been Wrench this week, it the process of changing final drive belt, I need to get out as I have been locked in for 4/5 years, Keep up the great work, stay safe, France.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, get out and enjoy some French sunshine! 😀

[@montyhatch9142]

Great turning Phil. Reminds me of a volcanic island

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@dennislestanguet9581]

Wowzer, that is very cool. Hope to see you soon. Be well.....Dennis

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dennis! That would be cool! 😀

[@tonyturnswood]

Wow Phil! what a project! I always get the paralysis of analysis when I get a big burl! You did a great job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I like the way you put that, Tony, thanks! 😀

[@stephenmccool8127]

Maple is beautiful wood. Nature sometimes makes it even more beautiful with tiger stripes or birds eye...but at the top of that list is the burl. It takes a true master to expose what might otherwise have been wasted or burned. Your patience and craftsmanship and eye for beauty have rewarded us all with something truly outstanding. It looks amazing from any angle you present. I could hear the exhaustion in your voice towards the end. Thank you for finishing it for us to see. Absolutely stunning!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Steve! 😀

[@johnwhite6899]

🙋‍♂️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Hi Phil really fantastic piece of wood turning you really know how to get the best out of the wood that your fans give you. When I was looking at you turning it in your hands it reminded me of looking over into the bowl of an extinct volcano, then at the instant you said the you could see a salamander I was thinking of a gecko. Brilliant video thanks so much for the effort you put in weekly for all to enjoy. Take care.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, John! 😀

[@carlspringle9342]

What a stunning piece Phil. Burls are always beautiful, but this one excels in it's beauty. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carl! 😀

[@alinmayerthorpe7801]

Lovely massive burl bowl and only you could make it look so good, well done and thanks! Cheers Al

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Al! 😀

[@84deeanne]

Love the colors.......Larry a Ghost Boo!lol

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@cindybaehr9500]

II like the 'lizard' on the bottom.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@billc.6381]

Absolutely stunning! Masterful work on nature’s beauty! I turn a lot of burls. They are quite difficult but always come out showing off God’s hidden work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@johnadams1909]

Beautiful piece. I'm going to cut some burls on my neighbors land next week. Wish me luck !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

@@johnadams1909 Luck! 😊

[@doug779]

It is massive, but also a beautiful display piece. Thanks for all the hard work you put in to make this piece, and thank you for sharing the journey.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Doug! 😀

[@thomaskuzia8125]

Hi Phil That came out! Absolutely stunning! It's pretty hard to beat a Burl when it comes to beauty of the wood grain. You did a great job on a gnarly looking piece of wood,,,,,,, as usual! Tom

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Tom! 😀

[@kam70111]

Salamander bowl. Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! Cheers! 😀

[@graygrand]

Yep,that looks like a salamander. Nice bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@beverlym5465]

You are a master in wood turning. This piece is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it with us. ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Beverly! 😀

[@judithclever1103]

Awesome Phil! Inside looks like a dog at certen angles. Wonderful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Judy! 😀

[@scottshawwoodworking1752]

Phil, what a magnificent piece! I told you are an Artist. Thanks for sharing your video. Scott

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Scott! 😀

[@judithfairchild8620]

Phil there on the bottom of the bowl the dark wood has a shape of a person. One leg on the outside of the base one on the inside of the base. It's a beautiful piece. The finished piece can be viewed from any direction because it's beautiful all the way around. Your work paid off.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Judith! 😊

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil, Thank You Kerry...SOOOOOOO MUCH FUN PHIL...(My heatwave has kept me up and I fell asleep watching you turn. Re-wind, again, re-wind, ha)... You have created a wonderful piece to be proud of!!!!... Also your signature, classic, vintage wristwatch is something I have always noticed but never commented on A#1👍... Kerry I'm sure glad you gifted to Phil!!! TONS OF FUN PHIL TM

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tuffy! Oh, I hate trying to sleep in the heat! I don't mind you dozing off in the middle of my blood, sweat and tears as long as you re-wind, buddy! LOL! Someone once asked me how often I replace my watch (I'm sure he meant because it must get damaged wearing it while turning) and I said, "oh, about every 20 years I guess." I think I've had this Seiko longer than that! 😀

[@EugeneWalsworth-ji4bx]

I saw the salamander first off and looks to me a face inside the bowl. Beautiful as always. It has caricature for sure

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool! I noticed the salamander while I was editing, don't know why I didn't see him earlier! 😀

[@arlahare4020]

wow. that beast fought back.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Seems like it! 😀

[@robertanderson2223]

Hi Phil, that bowl is outstanding. Definitely worth the time you spent on it. Great job as usual!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Robert! 😀

[@randywood8658]

Good job Phil I like what you do keep up good work Thanks 😊 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@amandatallis9875]

Hi Phil this is an awesome Maple Burl it has wonderful grain and all the nooks and crannies they make the Burl stand out. When you look in the inside of this piece it looks like two eyes and a mouth.The live edge Maple bowl is magnificent full of character The bottom looks like its got a lizard on it. I love it its in the top 5 of your items you have made . Take xare Amanda xx❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Amanda! 😃

[@georgekunkel5819]

❤ what a great job!just an absolute pleasure as always😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, George! 😀

[@lyndaowen2154]

You just put your recess in and so far you have a scorpion on the bottom and that in that crack --or bark inclusion I can't tell which. Turned out beautifully -- fantastic job (& a half)😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, huh!😀

[@josie1899]

I call this The running man😎 great job

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😀

[@TheMessyStudio]

That came out really nice, Phil! The figure and character in it is gorgeous!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Billy! 😀

[@alanneel2749]

I thought I saw a tweetie bird!! What a beast… great looking out! I just see Mt Saint Helens !!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, lots of volcano comments, Alan! 😀

[@josephkerley363]

Wow! What a beautiful piece of wood! Great job! That hole don't mean nothing. Creation makes what it will. You brought out its beauty quite nicely!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Joseph! 😀

[@daviddejong187]

That's a nice burl bowl Phil! Beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, David! 😀