Woodturning: Hawaiian Koa
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
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This is my 20th filmed project! I have been staring at that piece of Hawaiian Koa for the past year, unsure what to do with it because of its oddly weird and off-center shape. I hope I did justice to the beautiful wood. I figured it would be appropriate to try to keep as much of the pith as possible, since it seemed stable. The piece of wood itself was aged 15 years before being milled about 1 year ago. So if it wasn't a stable pith, I'm sure it would have split. Since the project was done, the pith has not moved. However, there was quite an interesting knot that made hollowing to equal wall thickness almost impossible, inspite of the fact that I broke in my new gigantic hollower.
I hope you all enjoyed this project! I look forward to trying some new techniques and skills pretty soon!
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I have no idea how I got here but I'm really glad I did 😊 your work is truly amazing!!
Thank you very much!
Wow. When you finished this piece I had a reaction I've never had with any other turning project. I teared up.
I'm not a big fan of cutting trees down, so it kind of surprises me that I watch wood turning. I know though that a lot of people who do this get their pieces from trees that have fallen or were sick and had to come down. They weren't cut down just because they got in someone's way.
Koas are amazing, beautiful trees that, gratefully, were brought back from the brink of extinction. I'm also grateful they are now protected.
So it is from this perspective David that I tell you..,
'You did beautiful eulogy for the life of this tree.' Truly.
Well thank you very much!
That’s got to be the most gorgeous looking piece of wood I have ever seen.
Thanks Alan! Koa is beautiful stuff!
Pretty enough I had to pause the video to go look up more images of the wood. It's breathtaking.
@Ivana Notyers Hahahahaha
Wow. I think that may be the most luscious piece of wood I have ever seen.
Holy Mackerel, that was an absolutely beautiful turn. You crank out some pieces of art that belong in galleries or museums. Always look forward to your videos. Highlight of my day. Thank you so much for allowing us to watch your masterpieces come to life.
Thank you so much, Chuck!
When I first started watching I thought “I never get as good as this artist.” Then I saw your hands look young, started reading the comments and saw you had not been turning long. Gave me hope someday I might get a lathe and do half as well. You, Sir are an artist. Beautiful work doesn’t say enough. You inspire.
Thanks, I really appreciate that, Monica!
Artist's are driven by inspiration not age! The beauty does rely in quality of a craft, but the vision behind this piece is 90% of the work. It is truly remarkable.
Sorry, my comment kinda sucks....what I meant...is that I am also am amazed when young people create nice art that you think an old master had created.
David, I cannot begin to tell you how much I enjoy watching you uncover such beauty with your hands, Imagination, and tools! It is highly relaxing to me, & at the same time, awe inspiring! Keep bringing your videos, They are Truly wonderful!😋👌
Thank you so much, George! You inspire me!
Look at what ya gone, did and done!! Another beautiful wood turning. To me, the wood is exquisite and your turning only brings the beauty out. For someone turning wood for such a short period of time, you definitely have a God given talent! Keep those wood shavings flying!!!
Glasscutr Thank you so much, my friend! ✌️
I'm not a huge woodturner fan, but this was too good! Your skill makes it look so easy that I feel ready I would have no trouble doing a similar project (no f'n way) ,the music was perfect, the filming was very good, thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much, Larry!
Восхищён, четкая работа, за кажещейся простотой титанический труд навыки работы, успехов Вам!!!!!!
The grain in that wood is stunning. This is a beautiful piece of handcrafted art. Very well done to you.
Thanks very much, Terry!
First of all, that buttery golden color of koa never fails to move me. Second - incredible camera work, and high production values. Thanks for not talking about your feelings while you work, you simply let the machine provide the narration. Music choices were excellent, too. Well done, thanks.
Thank you so much, Chris!
music on this sort of video is never desirable
Slenkamure, only a sith speaks in absolutes.
@@iikwoodii5565 never
This beautiful and rich wood, reminds me of an ancient artifact.... so beautiful!
Stunning piece! Love the irregularity, the cracks, the assymetry, the earths and the browns. Beautiful.
Thank you! Koa is amazing wood!
I love watching how you create your pieces. You bring us so close to the details that I feel part of the creation. It is as if I am also turning the wood. Thank you for allowing us that feeling.
Thank you Marcia!
Gosh I love watching you working at your lathe David. I have seen you do some 'impossible' turnings in some 'impossible' pieces of wood, but you always rise to the challenge. I just finished watching a bowl being turned in Hawaiian Kao wood & noticed that you had a video with the same wood so I immediately had to watch & you did not disappoint. It is a delightful shape & to me, the wood appears to turns so beautifully & takes a 'finish' just as well. Very relaxing video, love your work but if I could make one selfish comment & that is, I would love to have you talk through your work & explain what you are doing & why just to bring us in close to you so we almost feel like we are there with you. The music could still be played quietly in the background. Please don't take this as a criticism rather as a constructive comment. Cheers, Don from South Aust.
Stunning hollow form. I was looking up how to make a birds mouth vase, couldn’t have asked for a better example. Rob
Wow thank you, Rob!
I love the effect it created by turning the wood on the side as opposed to the way the grain of the wood is... makes a great effect. After you're sealing and polishing it, it's priceless. Outstanding work.
Thanks so much Vic!
Dear David, you certainly have a knack for turning grungy pieces of wood into something spectacular. Well done.
Great job! I love the natural colors of Koa and how it just shimmers in the right light. The sapwood on this bowl gives a great contrast. Beautiful!
Thanks so much!
Absolutely gorgeous. I fell in love with Koa when living in Hawaii and don't see turned often at all. Well done.
Thank you so much Amy!
There is no wood quite as beautiful as Hawaiian Koa. Add in the spalting and this piece is breath taking! Great work, David!
Thank you so much, Mike!
One of the most beautiful objects you have ever created, a sight for the eyes
That's a beautiful piece of wood. You make turning seem so easy. Thank you for sharing your gift.
Thanks Mary!
There can be few woods more beautiful than Hawaiian Koa. I managed to buy six Koa pen blanks several years ago but otherwise it's almost impossible to source. Gorgeous bowl David and I envy you.
Thanks Alan! It is really beautiful stuff!
All the imperfections in that in that wood, makes it that much more beautiful
it's just.....wonderful. the passion you put in your woodturning is very impressive
Thanks I appreciate that!
Thank you David. Watching you working is a mindful peaceful experience. The timbers that you use I don’t see on other channels. I enjoy your minimalist approach. Filling pieces with resin makes for lazy composition. I don’t like it and I’m glad you don’t muddy beautiful timber with goo. The end results are a wonder.
Thank you, I appreciate that. I am being cautious with my approach to epoxy. I hope to get into it a bit more at some point, but you’re exactly right.
I am a huge wood turner fan. And all you guys are talented artists. I paint and create silk floral arrangements, but this is most magnificent artistry. I am in awe of your craft. Cheers!!!
You’re an artist (a good one) and you represent the Maine tradition of quality craftsmanship well. Please keep posting.
Magnificent piece, you show several kinds of wood I’ve never heard of, what you create out of them is just breathtaking. Thank You for sharing.
Thanks Regina! I really appreciate that!
You are not just a craftsman, David, but an artistic force of nature.
Exquisite.
Thank you for making my insomnia more tolerable. ;)
Clean work by a skilled craftsman. Well done, David. Thanks for posting.
Thank you! ✌️
I love that you kept the uneven, natural both shape. Beautiful piece
Mr.A, I view an awful lot of wood turning on this UA-cam, in an effort to educate myself in the turning art. I’ve see work as good as yours , but NONE better! Your touch with the tools is that of an exacting artist, and has become my aspiration as well. You are far from just entertaining, you are serene instruction. Some voice-over would be welcome, just for us newbies- such as the exact tools you are using and the reason you decided to use that particular too ( beyond the obvious , naturally) . To some of us newbies, it may very well be the first time we’ve actually seen a particular tool in use, or even heard about it. By the way, your filming quality is quite nice too, your closeups are welcome so that we can see how the tool is being used and the results of its use as it happens! Very welcome indeed. I don’t know how long you’ve been turning, but you’ve got my vote for being the best all round turner on the Tube. A little personality wouldn’t hurt, though!! Lol! A devoted fan, Charlie Ball in Florida.
Wow thanks so much! I don’t consider myself an expert, and I hate listening to my own voice. So that’s why I wouldn’t be any good at voice over. I still have a lot to learn, I’ve only been turning for about 15 months.
Hi Charlie, I agree that David's work is just superb. I would have to say though that there are so many turners on UA-cam who offer great info on what tools they're using and why, that it makes this site such a welcome departure from those just to be able to enjoy watching the creation of the artist. I've read David's response and am stunned that he's only been turning for such a relatively short period of time! The man is gifted! I wouldn't change a thing on these videos. They are just perfect and I hope that you and I continue to enjoy them x
I have a guitar made with Koa and often thought have nice it would be to turn a piece with Koa. And here you did it and what a beautiful piece! Nice work David .
Thank you very much!
Another stunning example David. Beautiful work as always. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much, Michael!
The most beautiful birds mouth bowl ever, burning the mouth was a great choice to the finish ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much, Jim!
I very much like your approach on the koa. It’s a beautiful, elegant shape David, with simple pleasing design, which at times is the best. Overall has great dimensions and brings your eye to the vessel it self and shows off the piece well. Awesome job David!!! You and yours continue to stay safe there.👍👍👍
Thank you so much, John! For some reason I had planned on taking carving tools to this piece to try and embellish it, but the more I looked at it the more it seemed better left “simple”. Cheers! Best wishes to you as well!
I love watching these wood turning videos but this guy takes it to a whole new level. What a pleasure to watch.
Thanks Mathews!
David you never fail to surprise me with the exotic sorts of wood you are turning. Such beauty. In this case I could have done without the flaming.
Thanks Stephanie! ✌️
Very nice David this was a very relaxing way to start the morning off. It seem to make my coffee taste so much better this morning.
Take care,
Gary
Thanks so much, Gary! 👊✌️🍻
And the Magic Reveals Itself - Absolutely Beautiful piece of wood. Excellent camera work focusing on the chisels.
Thanks for sharing
What an absolutely gorgeous bowl...the Koa wood is stunning!
Thanks Carol!
Don't really know how to Express what I'm feeling. That is one beautiful piece of wood that turned out extraordinary. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Darrell!
That thing turned out very beautiful! Almost looks like gold thread laced into it! Great job!
Thanks so much, Bob!
Beautiful! That wood has some very nice grain!
Thanks! It really does!
I found your channel not too long ago, and I am very impressed with your work. I enjoy that you leave small imperfections in your turning. Many times, I have seen wood being almost sanitized, losing all of the characteristics that makes wood beautiful. Very nice turn, I am looking forward to more turns from you
Thanks Alex
What lovely grain. Never seen anything turned in this wood before. Absolutely beautiful. Will have to be on the look out for some to try.
Thank you, Florence!
I love the beauty of the wood and simplicity of the bowl to let it’s beauty shine.
You are so relaxing to watch, and your choice of music is sublime.
This vase is such a glorious shape and the grains and patterns in this piece of wood are just simply beautiful. Thankyou x
Stunning finish. Absolutely gorgeous. Well done and thanks for sharing.
Thanks Larry!
You have the touch!! Great choice of music!!
Beautiful piece! I love the shots from Maine. My son and family live in Ellsworth. Maine is a great state to live in❤️
David, what a great turn! Love it! Also, love the Maine scenery.
Your videos are not only informative they are also very therapeutic.. Beautiful job as always...
Thank you so much! ✌️
Absolutely gorgeous. I do not know anything about turning wood but for some reason I can just watch someone doing it.
Very nice work.
Thanks Rob!
Wow that’s an awesome grain, really distinctive- fantastic job!!
Thanks so much!
The piece of wood must have cost a small fortune. Koa is not exactly cheap. Definitely a incredibly beautiful piece. Great work as always.
Thanks, I’m always on the lookout for wood sales. Never buy stuff and full price 🥴
Fantastic, dear friend! Nice music, nice wood, nice tools, nice video/impressions!
Thanks Oeddit! I appreciate you!
Wowza!! I’m have watched this video over and over again. It is such a majestic work of art, I can’t get enough of it! I have said this before…You are an amazing, talented artist! Unbelievable how you manage to make such amazing works of are! Bravo!
Gorgeous! Gorgeous! I've never seen Hawaiian Koa wood before and now I am in love! The richness of the colours and the textures was mesmerising! On the subject of music, it would have been great to have something with a Polynesian feel! The music is always wonderful! And I love hearing the wood moving under the tools. Oh how I wish I could afford to own one of your pieces David, you are a true artist!
Thanks Dee, that's a great suggestion. I never thought of including Polynesian music. Cheers!
The combination to see the wood turning and listen to the beautiful music is relaxing.
Thank you very much!
You're an artist David... Really love everything you do, makes me want to go out there and buy a wood turning machine and try myself... Very interesting choice in wood too!
PS, that footage from Maine at the beginning of each video really makes the whole thing worth it already... Beautiful landscape!
Congrats on your choice of editing!
Thank you so much, Rui!
Beautiful! Great turn and video, David!
Thank you so much, Rod!
You've done right by this piece of wood, that's for sure! I do enjoy the outdoors clips bookending your videos -- nice to see a bit of the Maine coast from time to time. And I see you're just down the road a little way from Ducktrap River -- I've been enjoying their smoked mussels for a couple years now (glad they distribute in our area through Whole Foods)!
Thank you, Matt! Cheers!
Your videos are timeless. That is why I continue in my eagerness to see them all... There is so much that I love about your way of treating wood, but I will tell you one, when you start, the moment when you sharpen your gouge is always so expected... I will continue with the next ones ... 👍🌹🌹
Thank you, Sandra!
What amazing grain in that wood! Thanks for the video.
Thanks Jerry!
Your videos are always such a pleasure to watch...great videography, great editing. The Hawaiian Koa is amazing, and I love the shape of this piece.
Precious wood and a lot of work to glue the cracks. Good job and well finished, with little shine. The shine does not highlight the beauty of the wood. 👏👏👏Greetings from Spain
Thanks Victorio!
That is an amazing finish you have achieved on this piece. A beautiful shape, and I'm so glad that the spalting was only on the sap wood (I think) as the grain looks gorgeous. I also am learning, not only what and how to turn but also; don't hurry..... Thanks for uploading.
Thank you, John! I really appreciate that! Yes the spalting was only in the sap wood. ✌️
I really love how you take imperfections in the wood and turn hem into focal points. Beautiful!
Stunningly beautiful piece. Your music choices are spot-on. Thank you for sharing your awesome talent.
Looks absolutely stunning David. Thanks for showing. Stay Safe. Jules, Droitwich, England
That walnut oil really brings out the wood grain. Nicely done!
Thanks John!
The form is beautiful but the wood is stunning and great finish
Thanks Richard!
Beautiful tulip! Love the way it goes here. Something always blooms breathless!
Wow I Don, t know why but this piece reminded me of a map of the world when I looked at it again another beautiful piece
Wow simply amazing. Camera is always well placed music relaxing and no constant talking. I understand wood turning and just watch your technique. As for the dislikes they are just jealous. Thank you
Thank you, Joseph!
Absolutely beautiful piece of work. Love love Koa.
Thank you!
I just love a wood that is so deeply rich in color🏆 And the pot-bellied or egg-plant shape you bestowed is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us David🙏 Stay safe; be smart. -Mike
Thanks so much Mike!
Hi David...that looked like a very hard piece of wood...beautiful piece and well executed...the finish was amazing....great job...All the best.....Andy
Andy's Cornish Creations Andy thank you so much! I was surprised by how hard that wood is, but all that endgrain probably added to the difficulty... Cheers, my friend!
Hey Dave, glad to see you're well n doing what u love. This is such a cool piece, love it! Such a beautiful finish 🤩👍🏼
Thank you Gavin!
Wow that's beautiful wood and beautiful job.
David , outstanding, awesome, incredible. I'm running out of proper words . Stay healthy in this unpredictable time .
Thank you, Richard! Same to you!
Spectacular job. Really enjoyed watching this one. The walnut oil really enhanced the finish. Well done!!!
Adam Dodo thank you, Adam!
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If you visit my channel there is a tab called Community, but if you use a PC you should see posts appear in your UA-cam feed on the home page.
Beautiful Wood 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you! 👍
It’s not what you are looking at, but what you see.....beautiful!
Absolutely gorgeous. You never cease to amaze me with your work. I thoroughly enjoyed the video as and am looking forward to your next one. Bravo sir
Thanks so much Steve!
Hi David, Beautiful bowl, beautiful wood and beautiful camera angles. Thank you. Cheers, Huw
Thank you so much, Huw!
Thanks for keeping it natural, it is simply beautiful.
Thank you so much!
thank you for the beauty of your works, for the delicacy of your hands, for the poetry of your Maine in the presentation.
Thank you so much✌️
What a beautiful piece of wood.
David what a fantastic and awesome piece you made from this log. The wood grain is magnificent and spectacular.
Thank you Kobie!
your art is amazing--thank you for sharing it with us, the world.
Love the use of the glue that doesn't take away from the beauty of the wood. Very beautiful job.
Beautiful absolutely beautiful.It kind of looks like a spaceship going in a wormhole
out the other side.
Thanks Allan! ✌️
Now, that is what I call "Going against the grain". BEAUTIFUL!!
Cheers Ronald!
A gorgeous Koa Bird's Mouth piece , one spectacular wood. Thanks for sharing David love your work.
Thank you so much, Gary!
I liked the piece you created, the wood is beautiful, reminds me of mahogany in its texture, thank you!
Thank you, Yossi!