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This unique collection of artistic pieces has redefined the limits of shaped wood. Crafters and designers alike are treated to a wealth of knowledge from 31 leading artists, who share their motivations, thought processes and the studio techniques employed to bring out the breath-taking beauty of wood. Contemporary artists such as Virginia Dodson, Binh Pho, Harvey Fein, Paul Fennell and Marilyn Campbell are among those whose works are given studio-quality photographic treatment. Each piece encourages crafters to find new ways of connecting with their own creative channels and makes this book an important document of the modern craft - sure to become a treasure in every woodworking library.

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9781565233348

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The portraits of these wood artists and the glimpses into their lives make this wonderful publication the most beautiful book on turning in recent years. --Drechsler Magazin (Germany) New Masters of Woodturning - Expanding the Boundaries of Wood Art is a valuable reference and a delight to read. The writing is straightforward and clear and it brings to life the artists who are blazing new trails for wood turners of all levels of ability. - Woodturning Center, Philadelphia, PA This book showcases 31 different artists who redefined the limits of shaped wood. Each artist shares their personal motivations, thought processes and the studio techniques employed to bring out the breath-taking beauty of wood. Artists featured include Binh Pho, J. Paul Fennell, and Marilyn Campbell. This beautiful book, written by Kevin Wallace, is sure to become a treasure in every woodturning library. - Woodturning Magazine, United Kingdom Terry Martin and Kevin Wallace tell the stories of 31 international artists in New Masters of Woodturning: Expanding the Boundaries of Wood Art. Individual profiles explore the technical and creative aspects of the artists' mostly sculptural work, along with their experiences, styles and studio techniques. The introduction gives a historical overview of the wood turning movement, making it a must-have resource. - American Style Magazine This book looks beyond the surface of the wood and into the vision and mind of the artist. - The Crafts Report I think it is cool the way the book introduces the reader to the artists by showing some of them in their shops or homes and by learning about their inspirations, philosophies and approaches to woodturning and sculpture. The book provides a gallery of photographs showing really neat vessels, bowls, platters and more. - Fine Woodworking The color photographs are of the high technical and aesthetic quality appropriate for an art book. - Book News Excellent book which I think could be great for eve

The portraits of these wood artists and the glimpses into their lives make this wonderful publication the most beautiful book on turning in recent years. --Drechsler Magazin &quot;(Germany)&quot; <p>&#160; New Masters of Woodturning - Expanding the Boundaries of Wood Art is a valuable reference and a delight to read. The writing is straightforward and clear and it brings to life the artists who are blazing new trails for wood turners of all levels of ability. - Woodturning Center, Philadelphia, PA &#160; This book showcases 31 different artists who redefined the limits of shaped wood. Each artist shares their personal motivations, thought processes and the studio techniques employed to bring out the breath-taking beauty of wood. Artists featured include Binh Pho, J. Paul Fennell, and Marilyn Campbell. This beautiful book, written by Kevin Wallace, is sure to become a treasure in every woodturning library. - Woodturning Magazine, United Kingdom &#160; Terry Martin and Kevin Wallac

The portraits of these wood artists and the glimpses into their lives make this wonderful publication the most beautiful book on turning in recent years. --Drechsler Magazin (Germany)

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Kevin Wallace is an independent curator who has worked with the Los Angeles Departments of Cultural Affairs, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Craft & Folk Art Museum, Los Angeles. Terry Martin is a practicing wood artist and has written more than 200 articles for 12 journals in seven countries.

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