KEN WARREN

WOODTURNING

About Ken Warren

Ken’s woodworking journey reflects his deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and the richness of working with natural materials.

Specializing in woodturning bowls and platters, Ken blends time-honored techniques with his own creativity. Each piece is designed to highlight the unique qualities of the wood while exploring new possibilities in form, function, and artistic expression.

The Art of Woodturning

Woodturning transforms raw timber into elegant forms. Each piece begins as a simple block of wood, carefully selected for its unique characteristics. As the piece is turned on the lathe, the wood reveals its hidden beauty, with swirling grain patterns, rich colour variations, and organic textures that make every creation one-of-a-kind.

Timber Selection

Choosing the perfect timber for each project, considering grain, colour and character

Precision Turning

Shaping wood with careful attention to form, balance and symmetry

Finishing Touch

Applying natural oils and finishes to enhance the wood's inherent beauty

Woodturning Gallery

Explore a collection of turned pieces that showcase the beauty of woodturning, predominantly using Australian timbers. Elegant bowls and platters demonstrate the harmony between artistic vision, function and the unique characteristics of the timbers used.

Featured Turned Pieces

Elegant Aesthetics

Classic proportions meet contemporary finish in this refined piece

Other Projects Gallery

A diverse collection of Ken's other work, highlighting an extensive range of traditional hand tool skills; using hand planes, chisels and saws. From functional furniture to artful statement pieces, these projects demonstrate the versatility and craftsmanship at the heart of fine woodworking.