Dyed Maple Vase

[GLENN THOMAS]

That piece really caught my attention and made me stop and look for a while. You should make another with an ice theme to go with it. I guess im going to have to get my airbrush out now and try something with it.

[Dale Gregory]

Bob, great job! I really like it. You did a great job of blending the colors. Did you start or end with black?

Dale

[Bob Opsitos]

Bob, great job! I really like it. You did a great job of blending the colors. Did you start or end with black?

Thanks, Dale. I started with the black. It seemed the obvious thing to do at the time, but now that you asked, I couldn't tell you my reasons. I think it was just easier mentally, like building a fire.

Bob

[Jim Becker]

Wonderful work, Bob! Great job on the airbrushing, too...nice blend!

[Richard Madison]

Bob,
The two brands of brushing lacquer in our local store specifically say "do not thin for spraying". Assume this means that one should by a product intended for spray application.

Spray quality differs among brands of spray-can lacquer. Have found a couple good ones and at least one not so good. And spray quality deteriorates when you approach bottom of the can. One can save that last half ounce or so for the first coat on next project.

It is indeed a challenge to apply a "full wet coat" without getting runs. You could try varying the distance from the nozzle to the work.

And very cool vase! Maybe cut flames to shape next time? Much careful work.

[Joseph Peacock]

Wow!!!! That is awsom!!!!