Cup & Saucer by Greg Kent
Greg collects his wood from local tree surgeons that would have otherwise been used as firewood. The wood is then 'turned green'; whilst it is still wet, and then sandblasted once it has dried to reveal a lace-like effect by removing the soft spring growth.
By Greg Kent
Materials: Oak
Dimensions: H;8, Ø;8 / 11cm with saucer
Techniques: Wood turned whilst green and sandblasted
Care: The piece should be kept dry
Greg collects his wood from local tree surgeons that would have otherwise been used as firewood. The wood is then 'turned green'; whilst it is still wet, and then sandblasted once it has dried to reveal a lace-like effect by removing the soft spring growth.
By Greg Kent
Materials: Oak
Dimensions: H;8, Ø;8 / 11cm with saucer
Techniques: Wood turned whilst green and sandblasted
Care: The piece should be kept dry
Greg collects his wood from local tree surgeons that would have otherwise been used as firewood. The wood is then 'turned green'; whilst it is still wet, and then sandblasted once it has dried to reveal a lace-like effect by removing the soft spring growth.
