Woodturning: The Galaxy Burl

Another burl too weird to get by without using resin, and this time I decided to aim for a purple-ish starry night type of color scheme. I am still learning how the color pigments react with one another and with the different long-cure-time epoxies from Total Boat, but this time I definitely overdid the black pigment because the purple was almost drowned out in the end. Ultimately, I do prefer subtle colors to bright and bold colors, as I think muted colors tend to let the wood speak for itself, complementing the natural colors rather than competing with them. It was unfortunate to have lost so much of the gorgeous burl in the process, but I focused primarily on refining the curve of the piece and removing any saw marks or unnatural edges from the final shape.
Let me know what you think of this piece and whether you would like to see more hybrid projects like this one. Also, let me know in the comments what epoxy colors you think best complement the natural wood. I cannot always respond to every comment, but I make time to read each one.
Thanks to Total Boat for the thickset fathom epoxy! This stuff worked wonders and did not crack, even though I poured over 2 liters of resin and an 8 inch pour. As usual, the Starbond CA glue (discount/affiliate link below) came in handy with filling the stress cracks and voids in this burl.
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[@MacDanBorg]

These videos are visual therapy. They're such a joy to watch. Thanks! I love the contrast of the darker hues of from the resin with the warm bright wood. It's a masterpiece.

[@RoadToTheCup]

I am telling you right now that is superior workmanship. Kudos to you, JUST WOW!👍

[@user-adiluk]

Epoxy resin and exotic wood make a great combination. You have an exquisite perception and I thank you for a beautiful and useful video.

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Absolutely gorgeous in every way possible. My gosh, you have such great talents. You produce an amazing piece of art, with every detail up to par.

[@jodidavis6595]

Sure does look like the galaxy. Beautiful.

[@budwizeerr1966]

I AM SPEACHLESS , I WOULD LOVE TO GIVE THIS TO MY WIFE BEFORE I DIE ,ITS UNREAL BEAUTIFUL , MASTERFUL WORK

[@donaldogara1289]

“Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Arthur C. Clarke You are a master magician brother. Hats of to you.

[@karensaaristo4728]

H E L L O out there in your own StratosPhere, that art places you in your own Idaho. You gave me something for my bucket list. I just hope I get there. Thank You So Much for sharing this. Speechless. That measure of creative is awesome to watch. I once saw a Burl in the woods that was the size of a 5 ft. circle and hanging 2-3 ft. off the tree , I think you need that piece of Log. However it will entail a Special Ops enterprise. Hold that thought, Never leave the drawing board, you Modern Day Rembrandt. We Got This. CAIO for now, Greatest Regards, Big Kev from the Coast, & his bride Karen.

[@prajullas]

WTF did I just watch. That was splendid, spectacular, soothing to watch.

[@colinbatchford8007]

That is something else you can see the different colours of resin really well beautiful.

[@valareefoss]

Oh my word! Such a beautiful piece of "mother natures" beauty. Would consider being a student to make beauties of nature.

[@GigaCahd967]

Beautiful David you alway that’s just beautiful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Sandra!

[@elchaman6570]

All artistic work requires a special technique, unique to each artist, very good, thank you...

[@danielgoodman3578]

That's a beautiful vase you created.

[@MikeT]

Wow, the swirling in the resin is amazing

[@jusitnaltman3544]

Wow David amazing job

[@rennaehanson9996]

That's so beautiful!! That would make a beautiful table lamp.

[@Mcdaffodilhill]

So glad you are back after that nasty fall. Best wishes for your marriage and your career. You have a wonderful talent.

[@soniabechus5122]

Spectacular!! Watching from New Zealand 💕

[@jeffreyreed5299]

Very nice! Great videography and editing. And just gorgeous!

[@funo6581]

I love burl and resin together. Absolutely gorgeous combo!

[@lindasnow3960]

Exquisite as is your usual work! Thank you for your videos!

[@gingerbread247]

You truly have a wonderful and special gift. Very fine piece.

[@geoffankrett7012]

That is stunningly beautiful 👏👏👏

[@tctc8578]

That’s incredible! You sure are a master of your craft!! 👍👏🙏

[@jonsocie659]

Wow so creatively beautifully awesome...kudos!

[@craigmoore3835]

When you were finishing the outside, it looked like a globe of the world. Beautiful work!

[@christinepatterson4842]

Yes, I thought the same thing

[@karenmayer4600]

I thought the same thing. Your wicked amazing. Where can I purchase you work?

[@karendebbiejohnson7480]

I thought the same. Some alien world... It was so beautiful

[@kahoycrafts]

Wow that's gorgeous! 👏🔥👍

[@jannaalley6127]

Excellent shape and execution.

[@MrPossumeyes]

Thankyou, David. No colour suggestions - I just love to see what you create.

[@lexguttman]

Beautiful piece of work!

[@Aleboy40]

Out of this World Awesome job thanks for postin

[@krushna1579]

Perfectly set the camera 📷 👌 👏

[@jack42011]

Gorgeous results

[@keyprice7304]

Outstanding as usual.

[@genildo2002]

What a beautiful job.

[@HoneySwtDrms]

Stunning work!

[@Bkrsdtr]

Love it. I have enjoyed seeing you “turn a sows ear into a beautiful silk purse yet again! Keep sharing your creations!

[@ТатьянаАвтандилова-щ5ц]

Вот это дааааааааа! Это......... Я даже не знаю как это назвать!!!!!!!!!!!! Шедевр!!!!!

[@swhitehouse]

gorgeous...one of my fave pieces of yours!...STELLAR

[@dancase9019]

😲 Looks like a galaxy is that planets ocean. Mind blown

[@williamellis8993]

Really beautiful, David. Bill

[@jackalbny]

Magnificent work!

[@balluderbaer2178]

Hi David, it's a beautiful work

[@marylynne9104]

Mmm…really lovely vase, a pleasing shape, and beautiful wood, and the dark, sparkly resin compliments it perfectly.

[@joycemiller6188]

it has a beautiful deep blue color and is very beautiful.

[@samhackney5977]

Magnificent, I could fill a room with your creations and never have to go to another museum! You’re truly a artist in the highest order. Thanks

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Sam. It have lots to lean still!

[@MDeLorien]

Absolutely stunning work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@johnwest7233]

Absolutely beautiful👍🏼

[@karenlittleton6073]

Absolutely Beautiful Vase,God continue to bless you David..what a special talent.I always loved burls along my hiking trails,Co,Maine,Ny.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Karen! Always learning!

[@beverleydrew8069]

O. M. G. That is staggeringly beautiful!! How you are able to see a treasure waiting to be created, out of such a sad fragmented lump of wood is phenomenal…..Bravo!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Beverley! Slow and steady does it. I spent quite a while simply refining the curve and removing saw marks and tool lines.

[@pjseiber2774]

WOW simply beautiful

[@andrewpenwright2266]

Stunning!

[@asiarayn2]

I really like your progress working resin. I would have to say this is my favorite so far.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Bethany!

[@ellengraham4677]

Stunning😍💖

[@leefritz3939]

Great shape really like the color your videos are really a class act

[@jude4896]

Nice piece. Thanks for sharing

[@carolynwillis7360]

What you wood turners do fascinates me. I will never have the equipment to even try this but it makes me ache to remember all the wood I have burned. Love ya.

[@jacquiemouton9053]

Gosh, that's beautiful.

[@terrylongtin3142]

You are the most amazing lathe artist that I've ever seen. Bravo!!!

[@dimviesel]

Absolutely Incredible

[@iamdead9951]

I love what you do. Thank you for sharing your creativity with us.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Iyasin!

[@monopinionestcelle-ci6650]

Again you manage to create a beautiful wonder!

[@steveprice7295]

really beautiful bowl, great work

[@moonmare]

Absolutely stunning. The resin makes the wood stand out.

[@1774Emma]

It's a very very beautiful objet and good work sincerely !! Good day and good week-end ! Hello from France !!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! Cheers from Maine!

[@user-oj8zo3cr4b]

😂 very beautiful object 😂😂

[@ЛюдмилаЧетверикова-л4ц]

Восторг!!! МАСТЕР!!! 👍👍👍

[@warden13gfd]

From one turner to another.....absolutely beautiful.

[@dairaleneramsey9550]

Absolutely beautiful

[@rambladesmanmoe6291]

You sir are a magician. Wow

[@hermansugiharto7543]

Excellent job,like it 👍😘

[@pedrord19]

So mesmerizing !!!! 🥰

[@RogerBankerFishmiser]

I just have to say. I love how you always how yourself honing the tools. Keeping them precision sharp before starting the project. So many people don't know how beneficial this is to do.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks! You're absolutely right.

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Absolutely stunning awesome job

[@gregd.88]

Nice video, great piece!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Greg!

[@Scottwc427]

Just beautiful!

[@cherishireland9194]

This was so stunning. IT felt like something that should be deducted to a loved one. It's so pretty. Your ring is so neat. I should try to find a neat one for my husband.

[@dlmsarge8329]

I'm not sure which is more impressive: the skill to make it or the vision to see it ?!? But I think it's beautiful and I'm hooked after seeing 2 of your videos.

[@helenburke9507]

So very beautiful. Thank You

[@rubensgalli1138]

Good afternoon, I am a simple person and with few possessions but, even if it were different, I might have doubts about buying works of millions after watching some of your videos and the creation of the most beautiful dreams that the hand of man can create! The Burl Galaxy could also be said: The Creation of a NEW WORLD inhabited by magnificent beings born from the dream of a single human person! Congratulations, I would always opt for the dream... this dream created by you!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Rubens. But I can't take credit for what God made. The wood is always the treasure I try to reveal.

[@rubensgalli1138]

@@DavidAdamsen In fact, ADAM God created everything and nothing, because all of His Creation has a single meaning, that everything and everyone in every corner of the Universe develop the ability to dream and create, because almost all dreams are full of Love and all who create anything, whatever it is, if it is done with love, it will be to do His will, because love is a dream and the essence of the Creator. Peace and may your dreams continue to enchant many on this planet

[@frankfowler8295]

I agree very nice. Beautiful. Thanks for the video!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Frank!

[@scottandkylie6386]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@paddyroodzant4760]

Another amazing piece of art! Could watch your wood turning all day!

[@timothyerrington4749]

Beautiful I love the color

[@rebeccakubovic6555]

I love watching wood with expoxy resin being turned on the lathe. Great job and great work.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Rebecca!

[@erniesmith1097]

You definitely got talent and a good eye. You know thats rare these days. Well done and beutefull product. 👍👍👍

[@ritastebleton5365]

That so interesting to watch .interesting how beautiful they turn out.so many beautiful colors.would love to the ones you sell and price.

[@lynns34]

This is stunning! I love the starry night look of the glittery resin! I started watching your videos a month or two ago and find it very relaxing! Thank you for posting!

[@christinarobinson1163]

Can’t say enough about your artistic ability and creativity. I’ve seen a number of your videos and I must say this one is a topper!

[@بوخالد-س4و]

Nice work 👍🏻

[@greganderson8374]

That is a beautiful Vase! The Maple Burl is beautiful wood, and your choice of using black & purple epoxy greatly enhanced it. Great job!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Greg!

[@ellishansen8115]

Magnificent, truly magnificent. Thank you for making this video for us to see.

[@neilchisholm8376]

An absolutely stunning vase. Fabulous work

[@angelaedwards7138]

This was the coolest thing I’ve ever seen !!! Thank you for sharing this 🥰 !!

[@nariu7times328]

I enjoy seeing the tool sharpening, I am glad you include that!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@rodolfomorais2571]

Awesome job

[@paintcandan5972]

beautiful piece, excellent camera work, great editing. good stuff all around. would love to see you tackle some more resin heavy projects in the future.

[@joeroedig4967]

Beautiful. You inspire me

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Joe!

[@daveturkall4003]

The use of resin and the color choice was inspired! What a beautiful vase, I always enjoy your work and am looking forward to the next project.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Dave!

[@WoodyWood]

Brilliant David

[@angelialarkin2116]

That is gorgeous