HeathRiley
Member
Here's one from a pair of nearly identical twins commissioned by my state representative. He asked for a couple pens that symbolized Oregon, preferably with some Oregon timber, to give as gifts.
The barrels are Oregon Myrtlewood (much better to turn and prettier than Doug Fir). Finished with spray on poly.
Obviously, Seamus' artwork makes these pens; the Oregon state quarter portraying Crater Lake is masterfully scrolled and placed on a background of navy blue, the same color as the state flag. This also fills in the crystal blue waters of the lake. There is a deviation from Seamus' other work: the state flag is not included. I felt that this would have made the pens a bit too busy, especially with such a simple barrel and hardware.
Needless to say, the Representative was thoroughly pleased. I'm sure he was expecting some fairly plain, all wood pens.
All feedback is greatly appreciated.
The barrels are Oregon Myrtlewood (much better to turn and prettier than Doug Fir). Finished with spray on poly.
Obviously, Seamus' artwork makes these pens; the Oregon state quarter portraying Crater Lake is masterfully scrolled and placed on a background of navy blue, the same color as the state flag. This also fills in the crystal blue waters of the lake. There is a deviation from Seamus' other work: the state flag is not included. I felt that this would have made the pens a bit too busy, especially with such a simple barrel and hardware.
Needless to say, the Representative was thoroughly pleased. I'm sure he was expecting some fairly plain, all wood pens.
All feedback is greatly appreciated.
