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I turned this beautiful little apple wood bowl out of wood from a locally salvaged apple tree that came down in a storm this summer just south of Watseka, IL.  The wood started as one limb growing around another one, which resulted in a bark inclusion running through the bowl and all kinds of u..

I turned this Pretty Good Live Edge Black Walnut Bowl in November 2024.  The wood is from some nice folks in Mokena IL.  The bowl measures 10" diameter x 4" tall.  The bowl blank had been drying for the last year and had a few cracks that i filled with black CA glue.  The bowl wa..

Experience a piece of American history with this hand-turned bowl, crafted from reclaimed old-growth pine salvaged from a historic Amish barn in the heart of Pennsylvania. This isn't just a serving piece; it is a storied artifact that brings the warmth and resilience of the 19th-century fr..

A Raw, Shimmering Celebration of the Forest FloorBring the unrefined beauty of nature into your home with this stunning Spalted Ashbowl. Measuring 9.5 inches wide with a sleek, low-profile 2-inch height, this piece is a masterclass in organic contrast. It captures the exact moment where the tre..

Handcrafted in Monee, Illinois, this small cutting board combines three beautiful hardwoods into a piece that's as functional as it is eye-catching. Rich Black Walnut, creamy Maple, and vibrant Purpleheart come together in a timeless striped design that showcases the natural beauty of each species.S..

The Ultimate Entertaining CenterpieceElevate your hosting game with a serving piece that is as much a conversation starter as it is a functional tool. This handcrafted Spalted Ash Chip & Dip Bowlmarries the wild, organic artistry of forest-aged wood with the clean utility of modern stonewar..

Bring a piece of the forest floor to your tabletop with this one-of-a-kind Handcrafted Spalted Beech Bowl. Known for its dramatic, ink-like "spalding" lines and warm golden tones, this bowl is a functional work of art that captures the wild beauty of nature.Every line and pattern in the wood is..

Handcrafted in Monee, Illinois, this elegant serving board combines the timeless warmth of natural teak with a flowing river of deep crimson epoxy. The result is a striking balance of nature and artistry—where rich golden-brown wood meets a bold ribbon of color that winds gracefully through the cent..

Handcrafted in Monee, Illinois, this elegant serving board pairs the rich warmth of Black Walnut with a flowing river of shimmering gold epoxy. The contrast between the dark walnut and luminous golden center creates a striking visual effect, reminiscent of sunlight reflecting across a winding river...

Warmth, Character, and Timeless CraftsmanshipEmbrace the rustic elegance of American Cherry with this substantial, hand-turned bowl. Known for its warm, reddish-gold hues and silken texture, this specific piece celebrates the "life marks" of the tree—featuring natural knot details that add..

This stunning large black walnut bowl was handcrafted from a piece of salvaged wood from my childhood home in Carlinville, IL.  It contains beautiful chatoyancy both inside and out as well as a couple of natural bark inclusion features which makes this bowl an absolute one-of-a-kind beauty.It m..

This stunning black walnut bowl was handcrafted from a piece of salvaged wood from my childhood home in Carlinville, IL.  It contains beautiful chatoyancy both inside and out as well as a natural bark inclusion in a unique feature in the front opening of the bowl.It measures 10.75" diameter x 4..

I turned this hollow form/vase/sculpture out of locally salvaged crab apple (flowering crab) wood from just south of St. Anne, IL on 5/13/2024.Named after MMA legend Fedor "The Last Emperor" Emelianko, this stunning sculpture stands 10" tall x 6.25" wide.  It features a natural void which was i..

Meet "The Killa Gorilla" - named after UFC middleweight, Jared Cannonier.  As all of my Signature Series wood turnings, this one is named after an MMA fighter, specifically after Jared Cannonier because like him - this vase started out as a heavyweight and slimmed down to it's final form as a m..

You can pre order a soccer ball here.  These take approximately 2 weeks to make.  If you want them make of different wood than oak and walnut, please let me know when placing order.  This may add additional cost and time.  Approximate diameter is 8 inches...

"Mitsuharu" is the flagship of the Beard's Signature Series of one-of-a-kind pieces of hand made art.  This stunning segmented black walnut salad bowl has two maple accents to give it some added flair.  "Mitsuharu" in Japanese means "Light" or "Radiance".  We thought this was fitting ..

This has been the most challenging turning to date for me.  Measuring in at 10" tall , 7" diameter, this natural edge black walnut hollow form stretched my skills and tested my nerves.  This hollow form was turned from a crotch piece of beautiful salvaged black walnut I got from some ..

I turned this one of a kind black walnut platter on 1/6/2024 in Saint Anne.  This is the largest item I've turned to date and was a real challenge as the wood has lots of character (cracks, insect tunnels and a little rot).This is perfect for holding fruit on an island or table and is a real co..

Meet "The General" - Live Edge Black Walnut Bowl.  Named after UFC legend Nick Diaz, this bowl is quite large and a true one-of-a-kind piece of art...

I turned this one of a kind Live Edge Black Walnut Pedestal Bowl on 1/9/2024 in Saint Anne, IL.  Measuring in at 5.25" tall and 7.5" in diameter, this beautiful live edge bowl was made from salvaged wood - acquired from some nice folks in Mokena, IL.  The unique shape of this bowl really s..