Originating in 18th century Japan, shou sugi ban is a particularly striking method of preserving wood by charring it with fire. Traditionally, this practice is used with Japanese cedar in order to weatherproof it. The wood is burned until the surface is charred, and then coated with natural oil.
This new series of work uses the shou sugi ban to enhance a variety of woods and incorporates a number of turning styles and treatments. The series flows from my woodturning background and has introduced various design treatments and metal highlights. My shou sugi ban work has influenced my ceramic designs and the blending of wood and ceramic work.
This new series of work uses the shou sugi ban to enhance a variety of woods and incorporates a number of turning styles and treatments. The series flows from my woodturning background and has introduced various design treatments and metal highlights. My shou sugi ban work has influenced my ceramic designs and the blending of wood and ceramic work.
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Pine and poplar 29" diameter
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