Woodturning: Volcanic Decay!

Thank you all so much for watching! This is my 25th filmed project, and it was my first ever epoxy resin casting! The star of this video is the black cherry burl that I harvested from a standing dead and rotten stump, and although the wood was dry it was also rotten and filled with voids. So I feel like it was the perfect candidate for my first ever resin casting! Now, I am not going to pretend the final finish is amazing. At the time I made this piece, I did not have a legit buffing system, and I also had a deadline by which I needed to complete the project. Hopefully, there will be many more resin projects.
Personally, I want to use resin sparingly and keep wood as "pure" as possible. But there are lots of hybrid-style projects I have in mind in addition to the 100% wood projects. Hopefully, you all will enjoy them and give me lots of feedback!
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[@danawrigleywalkingstickand5677]

The first piece that I turned which didn't go back into the firewood pile was a cherry burl. I gave it to my grandmother for her birthday that year. She just sat there turning it in her hands, looking at it. When she finished with presents from the rest of the gang, she went back to my bowl. Except for during big family holiday meals, it sat in the center of her kitchen table until the day she died. Really brought me back 20 years. Superb work, as always, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow, thank you Dana and thanks for sharing that! That is so special! ✌️

[@dia4387]

😢so heartfelt ❤️

[@DeannaAKADeanna]

I can appreciate your typically purist approach to the wood, but you took a rotted piece with potential and turned it into a thing of value and beauty. Nice!

[@ofgreyhairwaifu4089]

It isn't rotted tho, it's just eaten through I think. Wouldn't a rotted piece be wet throughout and pretty much unworkable?

[@DeannaAKADeanna]

@@ofgreyhairwaifu4089 Wet rot can dry or a pest or microbe can destroy it. Even then, it needs the resin to make it workable. Pretty cool stuff.

[@jeffreywarner6792]

You should be very proud of being able to create such a masterpiece.

[@thestovetopjerky6642]

That is the most beautiful vase I’ve ever seen. The colors are so rich! Fantastic piece!!

[@hagenhoffmann9985]

In this case wood seems better than gold. Incredible.

[@lindaburt6518]

There are those who are wood turners and then there is you ... a true artist. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

[@shirleywashington4969]

Your finished piece goes beyond just a work of art,your imagination and skill turn what was a living thing destined to decay into an enhanced natural object to be admired,and treasured…forever….

[@wiebl5266]

i dont know how many times I've "Wow!" really 10-15 times... truly an artist... sublime!

[@dazey2002]

Your video compositions are almost as beautiful as your wood creations! You are a true fine artist!

[@cynthiacollett6233]

Oh my gosh…who does your videography? It, and the music you use, are beyond incredible. You’re the finest wood turning artisan I’ve ever seen…absolutely beautiful designs! Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us who can only dream of creating the works of art that you do!

[@snowysnowyriver]

That beautiful beyond words. The kind of treasured thing that one hands down through the generations as an heirloom. 💖

[@19TheFallen]

It never ceases to make me smile, seeing the people on channels like this taking what many would deem to be a seemingly worthless or unusable piece of scrap wood and turn it (accidental pun!) into a beautiful piece of art! You all see the potential beauty hiding within them!

[@jtsparks4798]

I don't know why, but I got tears in my eyes at the finished piece. It's otherworldly, beautiful. And then, I noticed at the end that the name on your machine is "JET", which are my initials. I don't know why I feel so emotional about this gorgeous piece of art, but it's amazing.

[@davidarundel6187]

The Japanese have a word, for what your eye catches, in "ugly" pieces of wood. The Beauty, which you created out of the burl, is, I think, worthy of being in a museum. Thankyou, David. Namaste 🙏

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, David!

[@thierrysauveur]

David je regarde toutes vos vidéos depuis longtemps, je trouve ça relaxant de voir évoluer une pièce de bois en une oeuvre d'art. Si seulement je pouvais m'en procurer une comme celle-ci avec un couvercle pour le repos éternel de mon père, cela me ferait énormément plaisir ainsi qu'à ma famille. Merci encore pour cette vidéo, vous êtes un vrai artiste.

[@atmorgan7628]

So many people use too bright of colors when using resin, this was as perfect as it can get. Beautiful!

[@kmsichmeller]

I am, by no means, a woodworker but, I have binged so many of your videos. It's amazing to watch you take something beautiful from nature and then use your own skills and creativity to make it even more beautiful.

[@nomadine85]

That resin colour added to the amber warmth of the wood and complimented the texture of the wood with its swirls so beautifully. And the music was wonderful. This video made me happy.

[@kimr5841]

Everytime you went into slow motion, I held my breath. That is historically where turners show a disaster happen. Hard to believe this is your first foray into resin casting. Stunning piece.

[@mamm7223]

If I had seen that burl, my thought would have been "nice piece of firewood". You, however, saw beyond that and transformed it into a magnificent work of art. You never fail to amaze and entertain me...I am addicted to your videos now. Thank you, David!

[@StaceyMayer]

I loved watching this and listening to the marvelous music you choose. Thank you.

[@neilfranklin5644]

Totally agree I was thinking of ballerinas dancing,

[@carly829]

So, I am a quilter. And I long arm professional quilter as well. I thought I wanted a long arm frame and machine someday...now I want to learn how to do what you do and get a lathe!!! I love your work, my friend. Amazing.

[@parkerchiudioni9981]

I’m a quilter, too and I feel the same way!

[@glendathegoodwitch6987]

Potters can relate too. Not enough time in a lifetime to do all these things.

[@judithfairchild8620]

If I could afford it I'd join you Carly I quilt too.

[@jaybrown4526]

Absolutely exquisite!! On all levels. Craftsmanship, audio, video, editing, pulling focus, all the way down to the final beautiful product. Well done sir!!

[@matthewharvey8755]

.... Video editing was good. .... Execution was good. .... Music was pleasant. .... End result was astounding. .... As for everything I didn't mention, it was spot on. Absolutely brilliant. Nobody could dislike this!

[@junepeterson4078]

I love that you use color and music, its quiet relaxing and beautiful!

[@7Foldband2023]

My husband loves a woodworking but this is above and beyond beautiful

[@TomeAlone]

This may have changed my life. Thank you.

[@stephankraft347]

There is something easing and therapeutique in your videos. Thank you very much!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers! I appreciate that!

[@kathleenrobertson5182]

It never ceases to amaze me that you can take something so beat up, and make something exquisite from it.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Kathleen. It is a labor of love!

[@figmo397]

I'm now just watching this after binge-watching a bunch of your other hybrid projects. This was a great indicator of wonderful things to come!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@judethboard8454]

The music and the sheer beauty of your creation certainly soothed my soul and I thank you for that.

[@neilchisholm8376]

Great shape, wonderful wood and great artistry! The colour mix of the epoxy with the black cherry was perfect bringing out the colours of the wood.

[@vivianepilou2211]

Wow, this is a travel in beauty, i wouldn’t miss one second of the birth of this masterpiece. Showing us the region you live makes me understand how inspiration comes to you. Seeing your work tells us so much about your personality and no doubt, it is a great one. Thanks for these magical moments.

[@MaimsyCreates]

David, again! I say this every time but the way you are able to hold my attention start to finish is astounding. That’s not an easy thing to do. 🙃 I just can’t get enough of your editing. I think this piece is my favorite. I love the color choice in the resin work. Thank you for going with something so complimentary. I love contrast as much as the next person but this was fresh for my eyes. In the future I would LOVE to see a rich deep green used, along with a metallic such as gold, bronze, copper as those are hues that really speak to me. Beautiful work, as always. Also, I love watching your channel grow, so proud of you!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Amy! I appreciate that! And you are in luck! I was planning to use gold and greens to make a leafy router carving in a plane log. Hopefully one of these days!

[@paulsheffield4729]

I completely agree. This is my favorite as well. The colors, the music was all so tranquil. I could watch this a hundred times.

[@laaaazzzii]

Wonderful... love the blend of cherry (in fairly bad condition) that is rescued with resin, and especially how the resin complements it. Hybrid projects are fascinating as they allow damaged wood and "missing" parts to be filled in. Very nice play of colors! Keep up the wonderful work...

[@Georgia-WRBNS]

I honestly have tears right now! I've never seen something as Stunning and Gorgeous this is! It almost looks just like spun or blown glass! Like a Beautiful piece of Amber! And OH MY GOODNESS! The colors you chose and how they complimented the wood and each other is a Stunning Perfection!🥰🥰🥰👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤💞💓❤🧡💛🤎❤

[@normajeancaballero7959]

From Volcanic Decay to a Thing of Beauty...Amazing 😁😁😁

[@rondacker]

I love the addition of the resin. Not typically a fan, but this example is beautifully executed. Wonderful job!

[@randyd.7076]

What a beautiful piece! I'm from Maine and see so many pieces of burl while out in the woods. Now it's fantastic to see it come back to life.

[@jessicarodriguez5398]

Mr. Adams, Although there are many that do what you do no one can do it better than you. You are truly amazing.

[@jamesblack9198]

Wonderful. Sheer artistry. Jim Black 👌👌👌👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@charlesball8872]

Another exquisitely beautiful piece! Museum worthy for sure! I make sure not to miss your videos, for even your occasional fail is high quality and is still a valuable learning experience! Keep them coming , Sir David, as it is truly your talent!! You

[@user-dm1sm1ek9v]

Склоняю голову перед такими Мастерами!!! Браво!!!

[@AvalonDreamz]

Resin has truly taken woodturning to the next level. I mean things are amazing without the resin, but with it you can just take it up a notch. 😉

[@Jimmysden]

Personally! The most beautiful piece I have ever had the privilege to watch being created. Stunning.

[@ofrank6551]

That is absolutely beautiful!!! I have a Black Cherry burl that is in about the same shape yours was in. It’s been sitting on my bench for a long time. Every day I stare at it trying to figure out what to do with it. I think you just answered that’s question. Thank you!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Nice! Cherry burl is gorgeous! Happy turning!

[@user-rb9jv2bt8u]

Отличная работа, хорошее видеоряд, и хорошо подобранная музыка. 👍👍👍Однозначно!

[@pjgumby]

I am always in awe of people who can make beautiful things.

[@lisagreen7897]

I have no words. That's beautiful!

[@davidamos4847]

Great turning. The music was peaceful and relaxing fun to watch Nice job.

[@ericharrington2339]

That's one of my favorite art pieces of all time, out of all the turners out there ‼️ THANK YOU for sharing your videos and your passionate, amazing skills for the world to watch and enjoy ‼️ Thanks again ‼️

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Eric! ✌️

[@a.j.nunnaurbiz6535]

Just gorgeous. And extremely meditative to watch. Thank you for filming and posting this!

[@darlafrazier8575]

Ever since I found your site, my yard has gone un-mowed, the house, what the heck of the dust. I an fascinated by your skill. I have looked at your site to buy a bowl, but only found 1. I am 80 years old and have always loved this kind of work. You are a master of this, plus you have really got some "nice" equipment. I only wish that I were young again. I would try this. I will keep looking for a site to buy something in my range. Thank you for your work.

[@Smallathe]

Wonderful... love the blend of cherry (in fairly bad condition) that is rescued with resin, and especially how the resin complements it. Hybrid projects are fascinating as they allow damaged wood and "missing" parts to be filled in. Very nice play of colors! Keep up the wonderful work...

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@elfowl6873]

Absolutely beautiful!!! When I first saw the piece, I had little hope for a good outcome. Thank you for sharing, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@jonperley7304]

WOW!!! As a Turner I just did a winged bowl of the sister to that cherry burl! But what you did to yours is absolutely beautiful! Love your videos so relaxing after a stressful day!👍

[@daniellejohnson199]

As always, mesmerized and beyond impressed with your immense talent!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@RobBread1]

The initial spin looks so scary but the outcome looks so beautiful

[@IronCladMultimedia]

As crusty and light as that piece looked I was certain it would disintegrate upon initial spin-up!

[@AuntK68]

David, this color combination is perfection! Can't believe this was your first time using epoxy resin, such a great result!

[@bryanholden6487]

Ahhhhhhhhh! Well done David, thank you!

[@bryanholden6487]

I forgot to say, this is like 13 mins of wood turning porn, (in the nicest possible sense).

[@DavidAdamsen]

Haha thanks Bryan!

[@kentwinterton2672]

Watching your video is much more than just passing time. It is an experience with zen like qualities. Much enjoyed. And the hollow form is beautiful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Kent!

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

Heart stoppingly beautiful. You did a great job and don't need a buffing system. I like the way you used the different coloured (colored) resin on a alternate basis as this made the colours more natural. Again I say "Excellent" piece.

[@sharonyoung8251]

What a beautiful piece. You are a true artist. Do you see a piece of wood and know what it will look like or does it develop as you work on the piece??? Thanks. Watching you work is like magic.

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi David, That is amazing. 99 people out of a 100 would have put that piece of wood in the fire bucket. I'm so glad you are one of the 1's that didn't. I have seen other turners who have made hundreds of resin hybrid bowls. This one beats every other one I have seen and it's your first piece. I'm really looking forward to what else you have in store for us all. Immense congratulations on this one David. Take care. cheers, Huw

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow, thank you so much, Huw! It was a lot of fun to do, but I want to improve my resin finishing skills. I might be too picky but those microscratches really annoy me lol... Cheers and best wishes!

[@carolechetwynd-bryant534]

Look what you made from a block of wood that I wouldn’t have put in my fireplace, incredible! 🙂

[@josephcraft2845]

Wow. That’s one of the top three prettiest pieces I’ve seen so far. Beautiful, great job.

[@storminator60]

That's beautiful. I like the color choices. Very nice.

[@robertjohansson1707]

Truly a piece of art, the wood and resin go really well together.

[@paulvincent3825]

Your presentation is as fine as your artistic talent, all I can say is WOW.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Paul!

[@TxMasterOfNone]

Santa got me a lathe and cutting tools for Christmas which was on my list. Unfortunately, with work and the Covid situation I have been procrastinating. Watching your videos has inspired me to get started turning for the very first time. If my results are even HALF as good as yours, I will be prouder than a peacock. Thanks for sharing your creativity with the world.

[@russellstevens8461]

Beautiful work again David. I wish thait II could do such beautiful work. Russell

[@areasevenpro]

I'm glad I logged in for another David Adamsen video.

[@christopherbonczewski6458]

Absolutely amazing, the character of that black cherry burl with the addition of the resin turned out beyond any possible expectations

[@jiraakarasena6031]

Your choices are priceless! Shape, shade and sound…. I’m in love with this jar!

[@WolfRidgeWoodworking]

Great job David! You nailed the resin resin color combo. - Ed

[@GBabyBayou]

This is absolutely stunning.

[@nancydb1390]

Yes!

[@traceyrice]

Wow! I don't even know where to begin... it is simply stunning! 💜

[@haakmeer]

This is a work of art in itself, beautifully made

[@johnemmett2969]

Exquisit ! I’m in awe.

[@solangehinault6390]

Wow! David, this first try with resin is a master stroke! It magnifies the black cherry burl and the result is pure beauty! Persevere, your creativity can create wonders! Thanks for sharing! 👍😉

[@katiegreene410]

My God you know how to honor the wood and to make it sing! Otherworldly!

[@ThePapa1947]

Very volcanic looking David. Perfect place to use resin and it looks fantastic. The opening almost looks to hot to hang on to. Very nice work, Gary

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers, Gary! I didn't realize the colors would come out like that! Happy accidents! Best to you, my friend!

[@deanwaring6100]

Outstanding creation 👍👍

[@charliemckay6402]

Brilliant work for a first resin bowl. The outcome of the colouration was magical. Your outlook on using resin only when necessary is also perfect, when all is said and done resin is homemade plastic.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Charlie! I agree, I much prefer wood in its pure form, but using resin is somewhat of a novelty too. Cheers!

[@lestertockerman2260]

David...you have a beautiful touch...it's almost as if the gouge is moving itself. You are to be applauded for your artistry as well as your skills.

[@user-tc7zx9xv8g]

Спасибо за релакс очень красиво

[@tctc8578]

Perfect resin colours, too many constantly use aqua blue, wonderful tones and finish!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@alanalee9437]

So satisfying when you take a crap piece of wood and unearth such beauty. Always such a pleasure watching you create. Thanks for sharing.

[@janicelucas8561]

Just started watching wood turning videos, about 3 wks ago. Background music, very soothing. U r a "craftsmanship sure Piece is stunning + artful. Nice job.

[@silverlady1118]

Great choice of resin colours. Beautiful shape, I think it is an amazing art piece Thank you for sharing, I enjoyed your video

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@beebob1279]

Wow, that's nice. When I saw the start of the turning I thought it was going to be ugly. But as I watched the shaped showed and it's really nice. I've harvested two burls this summer and waiting for them to dry. One is black cherry and the other is maple. I've never turned a burl and have to take my time. The maple has ant holes or something in it which might added character to it. I'm hoping not to have to use resin but that will be something new too. Thanks for the video.

[@sashmax2189]

Simply put....this is incredible craftsmanship! Well done, David. 👏👏

[@donaldadams1644]

Well! For a first time use of epoxy, I am stunned. Forget all the things you did not have going for you, I would never have known & who cares if the wood was rotten in parts, you have turned it into a work of Art. Don from South Aust.

[@mhleadpastorscnc10]

Wowwww brother. Sherry and I so enjoyed watching this. What a beautiful piece. Incredible my good friend 👏👏👏👏

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, brother! ✌️ It was a fun learning experience!

[@habakanaba]

Dude, this one looks amazing!! I love it man!! Great job as always!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Gavin!

[@janang2961]

Vốn những bài hát ngày xưa đã rất hay rồi mà thêm giọng hát giàu cảm xúc của Phúc nữa thì đúng là cực phẩm cover😍

[@deboraseifert1304]

You have got to be kidding me!! For real, if I had not just watch I would not have never believe that what you started with is what's at the end!!! Hands down your best work!! Stunning!!

[@skyhunk]

I am glad we share the same philosophy: "Personally, I want to use resin sparingly and keep wood as 'pure' as possible." Mother nature is wonderful and it's great to amplify what she has bestowed -- it becomes cheap and useless when we try to replace what she has already given us.

[@tessabristow1383]

Words fail me!!!!

[@danawrigleywalkingstickand5677]

Same here.

[@paulorth2251]

True piece of artwork, beautiful workmanship and attention to detail.

[@arnoldsales6685]

Absolutely beautiful, the video, the music, and of course the masterpiece you, you created a pure beauty

[@georgesmith8255]

His has to be the most beautiful thing I ever saw.. next to my wife and kids of course ... still beautiful

[@bonejohnson6248]

You must have a beautiful family 😂