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I have studied hundreds of photos trying to find the perfect form and shape. Although not perfect, this is my latest interpretation and attempt working towards that end. This hollow form vase is turned from end grain walnut. It measures 7.5 inches by 4.75 inches. It is finished with Waterlox.

All comments, especially critiques, are welcomed and appreciated.

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Hey Joe - I like this shape a lot too, very smooth and delicate, very nice piece.
 

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Perfect shape? No such thing. There are a lot of good shapes out there… and only a few bad ones. You've got a good one there. Nice work!
 

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That's a beautiful shape for sure, and love the walnut.
 

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Beautiful shape and beautiful piece of walnut!
 

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Beautiful Joe. I like the shape and the effect the end grain orientation of the piece has on the sides.

Thanks for posting with it.
 

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trifern this is another amazing piece. you have a good eye for form and flow.i love this vase. keep them comin.
 

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Beautifully executed. I have noticed your shapes are becoming more and more refined. The lip and foot of this one is quite small and delicate. Very nice.
 

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That's a gorgeous piece of Walnut , Joe , and you did it justice with the form you chose to create with it ! I love what Waterlox does for Walnut !
 

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Your work is great as always….........However..

The form to my eyes just doesn't make it. Not to sure why ! I think maybe, it might be to narrow at the foot, or maybe a little too round at the top. But this is just my 2 cents worth.

Still a beautiful piece.
 

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I just gasped when I saw that Joe. That, to me, is absolutely the most gorgeous piece of walnut I have seen in a very long time. You have made it perfect with that form. WOW!!!
 

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A beautiful creation, I love anything that's made of Walnut.
 

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Is there such a thing as the perfect shape? It's kind of like searching for the perfect female figure. Individual taste plays a huge part, but variety is a good thing as well.
 

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Joe, nice job with the walnut vase. End grain is not the easy to turn and I applaud those who do it well. Looks like you followed the "golden rule" to create a very nice shape. I could see this piece in a gallery selling for big bucks.
 

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Nice! I have got to talk to the guys in the shop, here at the senior co-op where I live, and get a lathe. It might be asking too much, but the next time you turn a project could you provide some step-by-step photo's?
 

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Beautiful shape and wood.

I don't see much to critique…the curve is continuous with no flat spots, the proportion of the base to the width looks great and the finish is exceptional. Really well done.

Do you mind telling us a bit about how you hollow (tools, methods, etc.)?
 

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Joe, I like it. Seems you are well under way to that perfect shape.
 

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Awesome job on finishing the walnut! I hate walnut because it is such a beast to get a good finish on and it seems to accentuate every sanding mistake.

As for the form, I think it's well done, but missing something. Perhaps it's the placement of the major diameter, or perhaps it's the roundness of the top, but I can't find a focal point? Maybe raising the major diameter slightly on the vessel or flatterning out the top to accentuate the major diameter?

Two cents.
 

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very nice ... best of the best
 

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Great piece, Joe!!
 
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