Congratulations to Helen and Forrister, for whom this piece was a commissioned wedding gift!
Located in the backwoods of Maine, this cherry burl was attached to a tree that was standing dead for what might have been decades before I was lucky enough to find it. Not surprisingly, this burl included plenty of punky and rotten wood, which required the stabilizing and void-filling prowess of Total Boat's finest. The vase itself was made to the specifications requested by the customer, which included the use of resin to waterproof both the inside and outside of the vase. Resin finishes are one of the more painstaking and time-consuming finishes, but if you're going for shiny you can't be disappointed!
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When my husband told me he commissioned this piece, I was dubious. I did not really know the newlyweds home decor. I was never more wrong! When we took it out of the box, I wanted to keep it. Anyone blessed with vision can see the wizardry at work here. Absolutely mesmerizing. Thank you, David. Keep making art ❤️
Thank you so much, Pamela!
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I missed my life’s calling. Absolute Artistry in action.
Anyone else find this just relaxing, almost therapeutic to watch ?
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Very yes.
YEP!! YEP!!!YEP!!
Yes, I get quite mesmerised
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. kzhead.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Your one of a kind wedding gift is a masterpiece. Any couple would love to receive your handmade art piece. You worked so carefully and skillfully to design it just perfect. As an artist myself, I can admire the beauty that you brought out of the piece of wood. Truly, it's very unique and lovely.
What an exquisite work of art! A unique and priceless piece of beauty for a couple beginning a new life together in love. May this one-of-a-kind gift bring them a happy, safe, long and fulfilling life and family of joy and wonderful memories to always treasure.
Had no clue I needed a wooden vace until I saw this😍
This is so beautiful! Not enough words to describe how beautiful. I can’t even imagine how many hours were put into creating this piece of art!
BRO!!! Your art is so HYPNOTIZING, that I lose track of time!!! That wedding gift looks like you chopped a wood, glass and marble tree down and created BEAUTIFUL ART!!! Thank you for posting!!!👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you!
Шедевр . Высшая похвала мастеру и художнику . Такое чувство цвета и пропорций . Мой восторг творцу который дал тебе этот дар .❤❤❤
WOW! How beautiful. If I hadn't seen this video, I would never have realized how this was made. Super interesting. Also, the video itself is a work of art. You have edited and compressed time for the viewer nicely. I don't know how many days it actually took to produce the lovely piece, but the video is a secondary work. Nicely done, all around!
I agree 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾💯💯💯
Until I began to view these I would.d not have considered that mixing natural wood with resin could look so amazing.
Watched, and still don't understand. 😘
Helen and Forrister are two very lucky people to have received their very first, stunning work of art by David Adamsen. It's always fortunate to have in their ownership a certain 'special something' to remember a 'once-in-a-lifetime' special day with...one that will bring them special memories for the rest of their lives. And indeed, what a truly 'special something' it is. Just look at it! OMG!!! Congratulations to the happy couple and cherish this magnificent gift always because it was created from David's heart!
What young couple would not love to have this as a gift? It’s amazing. Would be a family treasure.
The vision to see the final piece when still in its raw state, the craftsmanship, the understanding of chemistry, the artistic sense, the skill, the equipment, the clean up... Everything about this process and the artist is astounding.
David, you out did yourself on this one. Absolutely Beautiful and a great wedding gift!
Thanks John!
Finished product is mesmerizing! Handcrafted gifts are more precious than store bought ones, imo. 🤩
Thanks Julie!
Especially when the creator is 'Uncle David'…
this is the type of work most people dream of having. I honestly cant believe you were able to make this with your own two hands... im honestly speechless at the finished product man very well done
Nothing better than to receive a hand made, one-of-a-kind piece of art as a gift. It's beautiful!
😱😱😱😱.....what blessed friends!!! Such an amazing wedding gift.....a true labor of love from an extremely talented artisan!!!
Thank you, Danielle!
I was initially concerned with the intensity and amount of red pigment you used and expected it to look like a candy apple! The result was really unexpected and very beautiful with that thick glossy finish. Gorgeous work, David.
Thanks Lucy!
David your work is not only enjoyable to watch, it's MESMERIZING! watching your gifted hands and imagination! Thank you!
Someone that knows his craft well! Absolutely beautiful.
This would be a sweet gift.
just beautiful, and thank you for not seeing dead trees as ust so much litter, lots of fun things can be going inside
Thank you, Celeste!
It looks so magical, and the colors make me think of those ancient greek vases that tell stories, which is very fitting for a gift for a couple just starting their own story together :)
You are so right! 😍
Truly beautiful. A one-of-a-kind work of art that deserves to be front and center on any mantelpiece. A family heirloom.
Beautiful piece David! Often when taking a stroll in my neck of the woods in Maine, I see parts of trees or limbs on the ground, and try to imagine what could be made with them. My imagination is nothing compared to yours! I see "bowl"...you make art. Congrats to Helen & Forrister, and I am looking forward to your 200k sub special coming soon!!
Thanks! I hadn’t thought about doing a 200k special thought. Maybe at some point, thought this latest vid is as close to a milestone video release as I’m gonna get. 🫠
That would have to be in the middle of the room to be appreciated all the way around. A masterpiece of nature and craftsmanship.
Amazed by the skill and talent on full display for all to see. Can't process how one person can have this must talent.
In the long history of wedding gifts, this one has to be one of the nicest. I would consider marrying again if marriage came with a gift like this.
I'd rather buy the beautiful piece for myself, and skip ever getting married again (this from an ex-wife's POV after being married to a pervert (unknown, or I'd never have done it!)).
David…you did such an amazing job with that cherry burl!!!… I could tell that it was very punky wood, an glad to see you using the wood stabilizer on it, along with the epoxy which will really make it very durable. Fantastic finish job you did also. Truly a beautiful piece my friend. 👍👍
Thank you, John!
Whenever I feel stressed, I watch your videos and find peace. You are so skillful, and I appreciate how you let your art speak for itself. Such beautiful work.
Thank you Jessica!
Great comment…watching this was like meditation
I have been watching lathe work videos for relaxation for awhile now. This craftsman did not disappoint.
Absolutely beautiful. Museum quality. What a gift you have. Watching videos like this, are some of my favorite. Layer by layer, you see a piece of wood be transferred into art. I'm blown away💜🙏💐
I absolutely love how anyone can imagine the beauty of the end result from where it started. Beautiful!
I don't think I've seen a better match of resin colors with the natural wood tone, and I have watched a lot of wood and resin videos! Really beautiful work.
Actually i found your channel in feed . watched every video and subscribed too!! that encourages my grandfather ( he's a professional in this field) when i showed your videos he's like WOW!! what a great work
Omg that piece is stunning! What a gift, I would treasure that forever. Beautiful! ❤️
I Love this channel. Watching the resin fly everywhere 🎉it’s like a party 🥰. And you are incredibly talented. To watch you work is a pleasure 💜
Thank you so much!
@@DavidAdamsen Man if you can get you a black backdrop for picture and video taking and cut down on the glare, this piece and pieces like it will really set off and look absolutely stunning! Just my thoughts on maybe a small investment for future pieces. Thanks for your content
What can I say that hasn't been already said? Nothing! Well done David, you've blown my socks off again :-) Well turned!
Thanks Bryan!
Definitely a master piece. After all this work I hope that the couple deserve this masterpiece!
One of my favorite things is when you use resin and start turning the piece with the resin on it, and it just makes these messy strings that go everywhere lol "whee!!" Your hands are blessed and you make the most beautiful pieces. Thank you for sharing your gift with everyone.
Just incredible, thank you for doing what you do, and sharing that with the rest of us! Much peace and love
The beauty of the finished piece goes BEYOND BEAUTIFUL. Fantastic !!
Absolutely beautiful! When I saw the combination of epoxy colors I wasn’t sure I was going to like the selection, but after seeing the finished project, I wouldn’t change a thing.
Thanks Brenda!
So utterly beautiful. The shape, the grain and the added lustre from the form of the resin. However it only could have been improved with the inclusion of gold flakes. That would have made it so much more special. You are a master craftsman and I wish you and your partner a long and happy life together. Much love to you both from Australia xxx
Thanks Neil!
I just watched this video again and I must say, this is the most beautiful piece of woodturning I’ve ever seen! It’s sooo beautiful! ❤
The Couple got lucky twice; a beautiful, generous gift.
I’m torn choosing which of your works are best, wood or hybrids everything turns out so well. This is such a beautiful piece, I envy those who are getting as a gift. Well done!
Thanks Dave!
The finished piece of art is equal to your masterful execution of all the steps taken to make it so. Thank you for the inspiration.
dude, I don’t know who you are but you’re extremely talented. What a beautiful piece of woodworking. Thank you for showing us how you did that you again are truly talented.
There aren't many things in this world that I truly covet, but this would be one of them. Such beautiful art.
I haven't even finished the video and I'm already impressed. Lots of epoxy flying around the room, chisels blazing , and this lathe is churning. What a helluva creative idea with the Boat Epoxy and red coloring . Yah gotta say, this guy is pretty dang creative and welds a big chisel. Nice job man, Nice Job!!!!
Thanks Craig!
One of kind-something that stays in family through generations...Bravo!!!
That is absolutely beautiful! Top floor, so very well done. The attention to detail can be seen in the final rotations. The reflected lights don't move. Perfect symmetry.
I look for your beautiful work at least once a month. This was breathtaking. What an honor to get such a wedding gift! Amazing!
That is absolutely gorgeous gorgeous Piece! I don’t know who’s getting married but at times like this when I say such things I wish it was me. I sure hope you put your name on it because that is absolutely a gift one cannot forget
Thanks Melinda!
Priceless gift. There are no words for it's beauty and your craftsmanship.
Simply, a thing of beauty.
Speechless. What an extraordinary piece. Thanks for sharing.
Outstanding, David!! A very nice gift that comes from the heart.
Thank you John!!
Словами трудно описать степень восторга от красоты, которую Вы создаёте !!!!!! Восхишаюсь !!!!! СПАСИБО за видео !!!!!!!!
This is absolutely stunning !just wow an amazing piece.Thank you for sharing your talent with us all.
Gorgeous piece of artwork!
Another stunning work of art. Thank you for sharing!
This is one of the most beautiful pieces I have seen in some time.
The first thing I will tell you is that I love when you combine resin with wood. Together with its brightness and the colors you choose to dye it, gives in your work an extra point of beauty. In addition, your fabulous vessels remind me of those seen in the ruins of Rome and Greece. impeccable work . 👍🌹🌹
That is absolutely gorgeous!! I'd love to receive something that beautiful! I enjoyed watching this video. Thank you.
🔥🔥🔥🔥 All I can say .... you don't know until you know...I have a deeper appreciation for quality wood crafting 💜
Absolutely stunning can't stop looking at it😊
Your work is so beautiful! There's something about how you shape them that reminds me of throwing pots, just as soothing and meditative as you work with your hands.
If I was given that as a "Wedding Gift", it would be my VERY FAVORITE!!!!
Stunning David, just stunning. Burl turnings are always beautiful. Well done David. Thanks for sharing 👍.
Thank you, Carl!
Absolutely, breath-taking.
This might be the best one yet. What a beautiful piece of wood and you really let it shine with this piece. Gorgeous work, truly.
Thanks again!
David, Totally stunning this is an amazing vase. You are a master in all respects of wood turning.
Thanks Kevin, I have a lot to learn though.
This is absolutely stunning!! A wedding gift that will be cherished for a lifetime!
Thank you so much! I hope it will be!!
Beautiful! So much time, technical knowledge and skill, and artistic vision went into creating this piece. Just wow!
Such beauty can't be equalled, and what a treasure.
Another amazing job David! Im sure the recipients are overjoyed with their gift! 😊❤👍
Love it! I always look forward to watching you videos.
Gorgeous piece. What an artist you are and with such skill and precision.
Such artistry. To see the piece in the burl…astonishing.
Beautiful! A gift to be treasured I’m sure. Wonderful grain from the burl.
Another exceptional piece David! Love the form and that shine!! 😍😍 Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Tim!
Beautiful wood grain and epoxy finish and the craftsmanship is amazing
Absolutely amazing finishing work. Every step counts for everything. Inspirational.
Gorgeous - what a wedding gift!
Absolutely stunning! Something most would have walked away from you have turned into a beautiful piece!
I can't consider liking this video. I LOVE IT! YOU SIR ARE A TALENTED MAN. A GENIUS of THE WOOD. THANK YOU FOR SHARING.
Absolutely stunning!
Oh my goodness. That is just beautiful. I do love me something shiny!!
Thanks Leona!
Satisfying 😩 - yes Entertaining 😀 - yes Did I need this ABSOLUTELY!!!!! Love this channel 👍🏾
Cheers!
I wasn’t sure I was liking the vase until I saw it finished. WOW! It’s beautiful. I would love to have it myself. I enjoyed watching your very skilled turning.
I'd be over the moon if I received such a beautiful gift as this is. Breathtaking❤
Absolutely stunning piece David. Very well done~
That is just fantastic work! I'm sure the happy coue will be thrilled!!!
That's just gorgeous.
This is a beautiful gift. I am sure the couple will enjoy it for years to come. Great job!
That is a beautiful piece. This is first time I have seen resin used to coat an entire turned piece.
Thank you, Lynn!
Stunning piece, David! 😮 That's a real work of art! Well done!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thank you man! You too!
That was one fantastic Wedding present David, it was one very beautiful Cherry Burl that has now been turned into a work of Art. It has beautiful shape & the finish absolutely made it 'POP'. They are one very fortunate husband & wife who, I am sure, will treasure it for many, many years. Congratulations David & thanks for sharing this very special piece. Cheers, don from South Aust.
Absolutely gorgeous