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Canoes need paddles, so Phil specializes in both woodworking crafts. While paddles made of softwood are more often purchased for economy and function, paddles of hardwood are bought for visual appeal...Traditional Art
The traditional arts of basketry, pottery, textiles, weaving, and woodworking are demonstrated.
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Tim Greene, Bowl Design | A Natural State
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In the Coastal Plain region, Tim Greene uses natural elements to design a new bowl.
Phil Greene's Wood Barn | A Natural State
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Wood destined to become part of a canoe is kept dry in a loft above Phil's workshop. A tour through the loft reveals the different woods found in Phil's work including red cedar, bloodwood, walnut...
A Natural State
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13
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What Jimmie is describing are standard weaving techniques. The first baskets were woven to collect fruits, nuts and grains. By making a basket, you are joining a long history of basket makers.
A Natural State
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14
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By turning up the sides of the basket, you are creating a bowl shape. The higher you build the sides, the deeper the bowl, and more you can put into the bowl. If you don’t work the sides upwards, you...
Spotlight
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A typical Phil Greene canoe is a Spotlight of exotic and indigenous woods that were cut, sanded, carved and refined for six months or more. The canoes combine sculptural details with practical design...
A Natural State
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16
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Don’t worry about small mistakes in your basket. They will just make your basket unique.
A Natural State
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17
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To prolong the life of your basket and to give the basket a soft sheen, you may want to brush or spray the basket with a coat of wood sealant like you would use on a deck. If you choose to do this, do...
Tim Greene, Bowl Carving | A Natural State
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Tim Greene demonstrates the process of carving a bowl.