Using some of the finest exotic wood available, such as: Zebrawood, Padauk, Wenge, Canarywood and Bubinga. Mark creates striking and distinctive presentation pieces. His artwork is sold through: My bowls are now on display at the:   Updated on November 17, 2009   Copyrighted 2002-09 Mark Placek
				Mark's a self-taught lathe artist; from an early age becoming a carpenter was the natural choice. Learning the proper use of hand tools during his apprenticeship plays a key role in the making of his bowls today. Working endlessly to design and produce turned vessels that appeal to everyone. Look for more innovative designs from him in the future.
				I have decided to donate my bowls to deserving local charities. Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western New York was the first. Donating my artwork gives me great satisfaction, I gain inspiration knowing that my artwork will help others. Children's charities will be my first priority. Getting to know the people associated with each charity has been a pleasurable experience for me.  Thank you for visiting my website, Mark Here are my latest turnings: The Lost Wood Bowl Wood and Glass Bowl I donated a bowl to The St. Francis Guild of Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston for their annual Pink Elephant Auction and Luncheon on Oct. 31st.  The exotic wood supplied by: