Co-won the feature ring contest @ segmentedwoodturners.org.

[David DeCristoforo]

Oh what... less than two thousand pieces and you are worried about it?

So far, this is looking to be an exceptional segmented piece. I just wish you would reveal where you get your patience...

[Bill Wyko]

Thanks very much. I'll post more pics when it's done or blown up on the floor. LMAO

[Russell Eaton]

Bill that rocks. Im with DD on the counting. Be careful finishing that.

[Bill Wyko]

I'm using a 3 stage finish. The first coat is an oil, the second is a paste that smooths out the surface even more & the 3rd is a carnuba wax. If I don't blow it up I'll be good to go.

[Faust M. Ruggiero]

Bill,
You win first place in my book. That is an elegant vase.
faust

[Ryan Baker]

Awesome. I love the feature rings. 1/8" sounds a bit thin to me for something that size. Good luck with it.

[Richard Madden]

Congrats on the win. You deserve it. Segmenting is something I have always appreciated, and wanted to try, but the closest thing so far for me has been some staved vessels. You are really good, Bill...and skilled...and patient. I tip my hat to you sir.

[Jon Nuckles]

You have amazing patience to make and glue all those pieces, and amazing nerves to hollow it thin with all that time invested. Best of luck!

[John Keeton]

Bill, she is coming along beautifully! The superb finish work you do will make this come alive.

[Roland Martin]

Congrtats Bill, amazing vision and craftsmanship. Talk about raising the bar!!

[Bill Wyko]

You guys are too kind, thanks very much. Last night I put in 5 hours and it's almost done. I have a little work left inside it & I can start the finish process. What a fun project, can't wait to see some oil on the curly Maple. She's gonna pop for sure. My friends want me to go have cigars tonight, they may have to go w/o me.

[Harvey Ghesser]

Congratulations, Bill! Your artwork is amazing!

[Ed Morgano]

Amazing, Awesome, Spectacular, Inspiring, Uhhhh.....I’m out of words - language was never my strong suit. Oh, and I like the form too! Be careful hollowing it.

[Bill Wyko]

I chickened out and only turned it to 3/16". It started making a high frequency hum that I just couldn't listen to any more. I got the first coat of oil on it and BOY OH BOY does this grain pop.

[Pete Jordan]

Amazing job Bill!!!