Artistic Connections

I met Mike Church at a Craftsmen Classic show several years ago. Mike has an incredible eye for wood and turns some pretty unique pieces. The image above is a pepper grinder that I purchased for my home. You can find Mike at many shows on the east coast and on the web at MCWoodturnings.com. Be sure to look Mike up and check out his incredible collection of work.

A few years ago, I was doing a show in Arlington Va and during a walk through the show I saw the most amazing artwork. Bonnie Shanas creates figurative sculptures from window screen. She shapes the screen by hand to create these incredibly beautiful wall hangings. You must see it in person to truly appreciate her talent. I occasionally get the opportunity to hang with Bonnie and she is an amazing artist, wife, mother and friend. Fine her work at http://BonnieShanasArt.com