Thank you all so much for watching! This is my 26th filmed project, and it was a year in planning ever since my friend, Michael, scored a par 4 hole in one at 265 yards last year in North Carolina. Actually, this concept was the main reason why I wanted to get into epoxy resin casting in the first place!
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David, I’m so thrilled and blessed and blown away by this brother that I have no other words but unspeakably awesome man. You are not only a great friend but greatly gifted to do what you do in the context of wood turning. Love and appreciate you and this unspeakably. It is going be unspeakably awesome in my office here at church. Thank You is just insufficient but sincerely, thank you for what you’ve done for me in this work of art. Got it already up on my Facebook page.
Thank you so much, Mike! It was a long time in planning but it came out pretty close to what i hoped for! ✌️👊
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@@DavidAdamsen It's amazing what can happen when technology and handcrafts are melged into one, by someone who is *considerably* more than competent at both, and has the eye of a designer, to boot!! Fan - friggin' - tastic!! Btw, *melge* is a word created by an old friend - a combination of meld and merge . . .
@@DavidAdamsen pretty close? This looks amazing how could it have been any
David you say thanks for watching??? Wow David we're the fortunate ones that get to watch an artist like you in action! Thank you!!!
Cheers Rich! I really appreciate all the support! Viewers like you push me to get better! ✌️
What an astounding gift for a friend's accomplishment.
David, I'm once again blown away 😯😲😳🤯!?! I don't even play golf and this is beautiful! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
I guessed lighthouse at about 6:15, then spent the rest of the video pondering the title. Nice. I come for the chillax of woodturning, but stay for the wonderful skill and invention. Thank you.
Thanks so much Phillip!
This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen someone create
I am never surprised anymore when I watch your stuff. WOW just seems so inadequate. Amongst many things I take away from watching your videos is the desire to try and work like you do. Don't hurry my turning, enjoy doing it when I am turning and try, in a gentle way to get close to the perfection you show us. Thank you for the upload and the inspiration.
Thank you John! I’m so glad you have stuck with me and enjoy watching! ✌️❤️
Without doubt, the coolest thing I've seen on Y/T! @78, old man issues have squelched my career, after playimg from 13 when I 1st caddied until my back said "no mas" @74 I never carded an ace, but if a friend had gone to that length, I'm not sure but what the tears would STILL be flowing... Two yesrs late, I hope these observations get read, 'cuz this is simply outstanding work! Thanks!
Wow!!!!! Absolutely beautiful, David, and so thoughtfully made. This is a trophy that your friend will treasure as long as he lives. Truly, an heirloom piece worthy of your skill and a testament to your friendship. I really enjoyed the closing scene...made me laugh!!! 😂
Thank you so much! People like you make it worth all the work! ✌️❤️
You do really good job I watch you before I sleep and help me and my grandkid sleep
Once again you blow my mind with your creativity. When you did the ridges I thought, "lighthouse" I was doing good until you made the expensive tee. Then ❓ whenyou made the glass part, which is beautiful, back to lighthouse. Then I decided to just wait and see. Love the result.
Thank you so much, Suzette! You were spot on! 👌
Stunning yet again. I love that you mix different woods for different effects, and that epoxy globe is brilliant. The golf ball reflects just enough light in all directions that it looks like the beacon of a real lighthouse. You are an artist of the highest caliber.
David Adamsen, you've blown my socks off again! Well done!
Thank you so much, Bryan!
WOW! So stunning! Just started watching wood turning for entertainment. You are gifted.
WOW! Bravo! Long and deep bow ... Thank You ... Not only does this video capture your supreme, creative and artistic talents ... Exceptional! ... No ... here we also find out what an extraordinary friend you are (Michael Horton seems to know he's lucky to have a friend like you.) I'm glad to just be able to watch your videos. Love & Peace to you Dear David and Congrats to Michael ...
Thanks so much!
Excellent lighting, camera work, and editing made this a real joy to watch! Your video skills rival your turning for quality and proficiency. Thank you!
Thanks so much, Valerie!
Man, you make things of beauty. Thankyou for posting. If I had a coffee table I'd buy anything you've made, just to put it there and relax. Maybe put oranges or lollies in it. And just relax. You don't make coffee tables do you? Joking - very small income - can't afford a table never mind a piece of your work. But keep posting - a joy to watch. Thankyou from NZ
Thank you so much! Funny you mention it, but i have plans to make some interesting tables, hopefully soon but we’ll see.
Wow another masterpiece. That looks awesome.
Thank you Richard!
I've been binge-watching your old videos and this one is still my favorite! Woooo!!!!!!
Boy, David! You out did yourself on this one!!!!!! Love the creativity and use of different woods, resin, including a golf ball. You are becoming quite an artist. I have been thinking about turning a light house for quite some time and you just fired up that inspiration in me to get out in the shop when things cool down. Thanks for sharing this video!!!!! Excellent wood turning and tremendous creativity!
Thank you so much! It isn’t perfect, but it was a challenge in all the right ways! Best to you and happy turning!
David Adamsen It’s the flaws that give wood turnings character. If things were perfect, it would make turnings a little boring; everything would look the same. I think you did just fine!
David you simply don't fail to inspire. I had no idea where you were going with it even when I saw the golf tee. A lighthouse... WOW! Beautiful project :) thanks for posting.
Thank you so much! ✌️
Very very cool! What a great idea.
Thanks Gary!
Very cool David and a great remembrance of his hole in one. I was just happy the two times I hit the green in one on a par 4. Spectacular design and as always very relaxing to watch your videos. Take care, Gary
Thank you so much, Gary! Haha yes, I have never tried actual golf, but it looks awfully frustrating! 🤣
Heavens.....is there no end to your inventiveness! Worth learning to play golf for!!
Thank you so much, Beverley!
Beautiful work and I couldn’t really guess what you were making until it all came together so great video as well.
Thank you, Brian!
Very cool, loved watching you make this one.
Thank you so much!
Unbelievable and so beautiful. The burl looks like the rocky shore under the lighthouse. What a cool gift for the golfer in your life.
Thank you, Jean!
I sit quietly, like a child, waiting 4 the "prize". The prize is u r finished product!! Great piece, genius ide!! Thanks 4 sharing!
Not only are you a talented turner, but your filming and editing are EN POINTE! Also, major cudos to your friend with the once in a lifetime shot!! I hope he has the actual ball he made the shot it with in there now.
Thank you so much, Jen! That was indeed the ball that he made the hole in one with! Cheers and best to you!
Wow! Incredible job, David! I think if there was a woodturning contest on TV, I think this piece would win it. Cheers! 👏👌
Wow thank you!
Man thats awesome! Proud to have my Tung Wax Finish being used on something so beautiful 👍
Hey Brad! Thank you for sending it to me! This project gave me lots of varying applications for it! 👍👍👍
I have never seen anything like that in my life! Utterly AMAZING!!!!!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
No wonder you took 25 practice sessions before turning this piece. It is gorgeous 🏆 The bloodwood? Perfect choice! Lighthouse motif? Wonderful idea! Lens w/sparkle diffraction? Innovative! Keep on, keep on my friend🙏 Stay safe. -Mike😷
Thank you so much, Mike!
Your woodsmanship skills are overshadowed by your creative mind. That guy got lucky twice!
Every video I’ve watched of yours, David, I think, “man, spectacular, can’t get any better”, and then you do. I am a golfer since age 8. I will turn 60 in September. I know golf. I’ve seen it all, over the decades. What you have produced could be the trophy given to the champion each time the PGA Tour plays Hilton Head. Looking forward to your next project.
A lot of steps in this project, David, but man, the end result was worth all the effort. Just beautiful! 👍 Phil
Thank you so much, Phil! It took quite a while, but one step at a time! Cheers, my friend!
Well ...that’s very cool David. Think you had all of us fooled and guessing as to what you were making this time. Ha!...wonderful work and great idea for your friend. Very beautiful. I love the fact how your mind works to come up with these special projects. This was a fun project for you I know, and it shows in your work!👍👍👍
Thank you, John! It felt like a whirlwind that took about a year to wind up and blasted me for 5 days straight. Hahaha! It was a good challenge in all the right ways! ✌️
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Love it as just the lighthouse, not a golfer, gorgeous job!
Thank you, Dan!
At the end, the first thing that came out of my mouth was, "Holy CRAP"! Your ability is over the top. Your video making skills are fricking great. What can I say,.......I'm impressed every time I watch one of your posts. I hope you don't get pissed if I "borrow" some of your ideas when I start my channel. Again, great work David.
Thank you so much, Rob! I really do appreciate that. And happy turnings to you!
I've seen some great turning videos but this truly was above par. I greatly enjoyed the anticipation of trying to figure out what it was going to be right to the end. Spectacular work!
Absolutely beautiful Hole-in-one Trophy!!!!!! any golfer would be proud to own this!!!! thanks for sharing, David.
Thank you so much!
I was actually wondering what you were making until I saw the final result. Wow! Just wonderful.
That looks awesome. Lydia loves the lighting in the top. I love how the whole bottom looks with the color of the light house. Can't wait to see what's next.
Thanks so much Chuck! And please thank Lydia for me too! Cheers and best wishes to you and your family! ✌️👊
Surprised! A lovely pease of work. In sweden we call it fyr. A light in smog and darkness...
Thank you, Leif!
Hi, David! Just a CANNON !!! There are no words for an amazing result! I really liked it! Thank you very much, once again your work motivates me !!! Super! Take care of yourself! Vitaliy
Thank you, Vitaliy!
Ha! I thought that looked like a golf tee, and indeed it was. This is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing! Watching the process was mesmerizing.
Cheers Kim!
That's the kind of creativity that warms the heart ❤
There are certain people in this world who are followed by all whomever see them. You are one of those people... thanks for sharing your gifts with us followers...
Thank you, Russ! I truly appreciate the kind words. Always learning and growing!
Absolutely phenomenal! I had no idea what you were crafting. As a long time golfer who has still yet to score an ace, I am hugely envious of your friend’s accomplishment, but even more envious of this beautiful piece of art you created to honor it! Cheers! -John
Ditto, been playing about 50 years. Been close a bunch. Seems like aces are for the Pros or the really lucky hackers. I'm in the middle!!!
Thank you so much! I am not even close as i have never done actual golfing ever. ✌️
Congratulations Michael for the awesome hole-in-one! David, this piece looks wonderful. It took a few turns I didn't expect as it was coming together, but the final product is amazing.
Man oh man! I’ll not be redundant with praise. I can’t say anything that hasn’t been said. You have such vision. I always wait anxiously for your next production. Thank you again for sharing your artistry!
David, your creativity, artistry and skills are in a league all their own. Just brilliant! Thanks!
Thank you so much, Greg!
I have to say that is fantastic 👏. Your craftsmanship is extraordinary 👌. That is a truly great project and I'm sure its gonna be a treasure to the one that deserves it. Bravo my friend.
I really enjoyed this build!! When I saw the chain and the posts I knew it was a lighthouse, we live on the Oregon coast where we have 11 of them and we have been to ten . I really like your work. You have a new subscriber.
Thank you so much! ✌️
Never seen Toon wood before. Beautiful.
Thank you! It is beautiful and very similar to cedar i believe.
Holy... smokes.... such an awesome project. I've watched it multiple times. I learn so much from your videos Dave, thank you so much for what you do.
I love wood projects & music..Just so AWESOME!!!
Very nice! Im sure your friend will treasure this tribute to his accomplishment. Its the best trophy he could receive for sure! Well done!
Thank you, Dave!
Is there anything you can’t do? Unbelievable! Great work.
All I can say is, WOW! Absolutely amazing!
All of your work is just mind boggling 😇😇😇
Thank you, Jim!
I think Michael has a GREAT friend in you!
Cheers! ✌️
That is absolutely awesome!! What a beautiful piece! Nice work and what a friend you are for your Buddy who made the hole in one!
That was so cool... Couldn't wait to see the finished product
Thanks Nigel!
Много Ви благодаря за удоволствието да стана свидетел на създаването на този невероятен морски фар !!! Поздравления за оригиналната идея и майсторската изработка. Всеки детайл бе съвършено изпипан. Много красота и изящество има в това произведение на изкуството !!! Много съм впечатлена !!!
I kept trying to figure out where you were going with this but each time I thought I knew you’d throw me a curve ball. I finally gave up and just enjoyed the video. That is one of the sweetest turnings I’ve seen on KZhead. Very creative and very beautiful.
Cheers Tim! So glad you enjoyed it! ✌️
Very clever, splendidly done! Love it! More of the beautiful Collie, we lost our Lady girl last summer! Cheers from MT and stay safe...........
That's stunning! Well done!
Thank you, Joyce!
I was having trouble figuring out how this was all going to work together. Wow. What a great piece.
This makes me feel good. I love lighthouses. You are an amazing artist.
Thank you Todd!
What an amazing work, David! 😮 Fantastic!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thank you so much! Same to you!
What an imagination you have, a gift for sure. I forwarded along to golfing buds.
You surprised me with each piece, just when I think I know where your going, I’m wrong. Love that your using resin also.
I was absolutely spellbound until the very end. What a cool idea for a project! 💜
Thank you, Tracey!
OMG!!!!!! Another great job delivered!!!! Congratulations to both of you!!! Michael and David!!! Keep well and safe! Cheers!
Outstanding David!
Thank you, Dan! 👊
Wow! I have never seen anything like that. Absolutely stunning!
That’s beautiful David, awesome trophy too! Thanks for sharing as always!
Thank you, Bruce! Cheers and best wishes to you!
I never know what you’re making, but it’s always amazing! Great job brother! - Ed
Thank you, Ed!
Gorgeous complex project, me and all other viewer like me will love it.
Cheers! Thank you!
Wooow! Your project was amazing, David! Likes more than deserved. Congratulations. A big hug from Brazil!
Thanks so much, Felipe!
You are such an amazing artist! I love watching you turn your creations!
Thank you, Carol!
For a second I thought it’s was going to be a Lighthouse haha. Great work as always. Cheers
Thank you!
I had no idea what the video was leading up to. Totally mind-blowing 👍
Как хорошо, что на Земле есть такие прекрасные люди, несущие такую красоту в нашу жизнь. Спасибо Вам.))))
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THAT! Amazing work! 😻
Thank you, Franchesca!
A beautifully creative gift for a lucky friend.
Very cool project. Lots of planning with perfect execution! Love it.
Thank you Noel!
Wow, wow, wow. What a beautiful piece! ❤️ it!
Soothingly relaxing to watch you create something so amazingly beautiful. A wonderful piece of art! Keep up the amazing work!
Thank you Namiko!
I knew (know?) nothing about wood turning. Quite by accident I found your channel, and it’s obvious you have a major talent. I’m so glad I found you, thanks for sharing your amazing work!
Thank you so much! ✌️
An absolutely stunning piece of craftsmanship, it’s beautiful. Take care and stay safe.
Haven't seen such a wide variety of wood on any other channel
Thank you, Danielle! I try to keep it interesting, both for me and then audience. Personally, I would probably get bored if I didn’t experiment with cool woods.
It is a joy to experience your artistry and skill.
Thanks Jacqueline!
That is absolutely amazing! Just Breathtaking!!!
Imaginative creation! The end result was quite the surprise. Well done 👍🏻
This was just crazy gorgeous. A work of art.
Thank you, Norma!
Stunning as always!! 💙💙💙💙
Thank you, Dawn! ✌️
Wow. What a great work. I bow my head to your wonderful work. I wish, I could work as awesome as you. Many Greatings from northern Germany
Absolutely fantastic!! As always a piece of art.
Thank you, Pablo!