SHOUTOUT TO DIESELDOC

[Ted iin Michigan]

A short time ago Charlie Gabriel (aka Dieseldoc) posted some pics of some segmented vessels he had made (thread here: https://www.penturners.org/threads/segmented-vessels.172385/#post-2141040 ). I've gotten into segmented bowls and was really struck by the creative design and the craftsmanship he showed. I contacted him and asked how he managed to do them. Well, today I get a package in the mail with a DETAILED explanation, pictures and all! First off, I have to give Charlie a big thank you. He went way over the top in sending me this "tutorial". Thanks a million, Charlie! Secondly I want to thank everyone who makes this place what it is (Jeff, Mark, etc, etc). Over the years I've been repeatedly struck by the folk here and how they ALWAYS seem so ready to share. We are truly very lucky to have this place as a resource and a place where we can "gather" - even in Covid times.

 

[mark james]

Charlie is a great guy! AND talented. AND willing to share and mentor. AND polite!!!

 

[magpens]

Many people on IAP have been good friends to me !!

Charlie is one of them !!

 

[TDahl]

I think it is always great to hear how IAP members go the extra mile to help others grow in their craft. This kind of spirit makes our community better. Thank you to Charlie for helping Ted, and thank you Ted for sharing this story.

 

[Alan Morrison]

Thumbs up to IAP members.

 

[TellicoTurning]

I don't know many IAP'ers personally, but from reading the posts I know we have some fine folks here....

As I've said before, this is wood turning not rocket science... the more we share, the more we learn ourselves.

I love when other wood turners show up at my booth at the farmer's market... probably spend way to much time talking wood turning
instead of trying to make sales to other customers.