Photo at right is from Lane's first demonstration for CMW - August 2001.

Artist Statement

With the use of a lathe, I unlock wood’s inner beauty. The shape or form of each piece is determined by the wood size and grain structure. As the artist, the only aspect that I truly control is the choice of form that will release its beauty. My mission is to cut the perfect form. The most beautiful wood can not compensate for poor form. The wood decides the shape, I strive to perfect it. ----Lane W. Phillips

Biography

Lane Phillips started turning professionally in 1982 after writing his master’s thesis on Spalted wood at Brigham Young University (BYU). Lane is well known for his extraordinary lathe work of bowls, vases and sculptures. Lane is an exceptional educator and author who has demonstrated at BYU, American Association of Woodturners, and Southern States Symposium as well as many clubs. He has taught for John C Campbell and Craft Supplies USA for many years. Lane has no distinct style, shape or embellishment because every piece of wood requires a different approach to release its beauty. He is known for working with rings to increase strength or beauty. He is also known for his translucent work with soft woods, especially spalted wood.

Read about Lane's first demo for CMW

Photos below are some of Lane's artwork. Click any photo to enlarge it.