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 June 1, 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. I feel this will be the start of something wonderful, I gain inspiration knowing that my work 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 is my latest turning: The Lost Wood Bowl

I am donating a bowl to Make-a-wish for their upcoming auction sponsored by the W.N.Y. 1 & 2 and Lockport Woodturners clubs at the 2009 Erie County Fair.

The exotic wood is supplied by:

         

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