I have worked in wood, then metal, then a combination of the two. What I have discovered about myself is that what I enjoy most is learning new skills and experimenting with new mediums. I cannot bear, however, to leave behind my woodturning so I am experimenting with new ways to embellish the surfaces of my turning with pastel crayons, a variety of acrylic paints, pyrography, a propane torch and anything else I can think of. I have also dissected some of my bowls and reassembled them in a variety of shapes. I have yet to find anyone who finds them appealing but that's okay. I am searching for the correct method of honoring indigenous art while avoiding cultural appropriation. I often look for inspiration to ceramicists, as they use clay in a way I am challenged to adapt to wood. I have yet to see if AI has anything to offer; I expect it does. Working in the lower level of my home requires me to wait for good weather to use some mediums, but I don't find that much of a burden. I will have scorched the surface of some pieces by the time you read this. We shall se what that yields.