Welcome to "The Well Turned Bowl". Here you'll find the best in woodturning craftmanship and beautiful design. I picked up my interest in woodturning from my father, whose lathe I inherited. Largely self-taught, I began turning seriously in 1994 when I was Chair of my Department and needed therapy. I work mainly in local woods (especially black walnut, cherry, red cedar, black locust, Norway maple, and yew) to make bowls, vases, candlesticks, and other objects. My goal is to unlock the beauty of the wood while creating a pleasing shape. Some pieces are inlaid with colorful minerals as well. I started The Well Turned Bowl (TM) in December, 2002, and daylight as Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Geosciences at Stony Brook University. I am a member of the American Association of Woodturners , and currently serve as vice president of the Long Island Woodturners Association.