The Woodturners Gallery
Gary Zeff

Gary Zeff

Gary has been turning wood and building custom and reproduction
furniture for over 32 years. In addition, he has written critical and
informative articles for “American Woodturner”, “Fine Woodworking”,
and”Better Homes & Gardens WOOD” magazines. His exceptional
work is sculptural rather than utilitarian and he enjoys incorporating
other media like metal, paints, and patinas to complement the wood.
In addition, he also uses carving, sandblasting, and pyrography as
embellishments.
Working in both urban and exotic woods, he relishes the process of
analyzing each cut of raw wood to reveal its potential and showcase
its natural beauty. Gary often creates an integrated base that elevates
or suspends the piece. “Raising the work off the table lends a sense
of importance to the piece- much like a king’s throne or a holy altar is
raised”, he says.
In the past, Gary has sold his work through art galleries but he is now
offering his work only on his website,
www.sculpturalwoodturning.com