"I think this is stunning work, quite extraordinary to look into, the rippled edge, the pattern inside and outside, it all just sings."
– Steven Hogbin
describing the Cosmic Burst Pattern Bowl
at the 2007 AAW Symposium Gallery Critique
Feature in Wood Art Book
Several of Salesin's pieces are included in Wood Art Today 2, a new book of current trends in international woodworking which explores the artists' inspirations and techniques. Available May 2009. More: Shiffer website | Amazon.com
Woodturning magazine feature
The Spring 2009 issue of American Woodturner magazine includes the article "California Contours" Exhibit 2008" in which Salesin's work is shown among several turners whose work was selected for the California Contours 2008 show, an exhibition of lathe-turned work showcasing the talent of California woodturners.
Juror's Award
Salesin's "Cosmic Burst" pattern bowl was selected for an award by juror/woodturner John Jordan at the California Contours 2008 show, an exhibition of lathe-turned work showcasing the talent of California woodturners.
Woodturning magazine feature
The Spring 2008 issue of American Woodturner magazine includes the article "Rose-Engine & Kings" in which Salesin's work is shown among several turners whose work was selected for the Wood Turning Center show Rose-Engines and Kings: Contemporary Ornamental Turning 2008 in Philadelphia.
Woodturning magazine feature
The Fall 2007 issue of American Woodturner magazine includes the article "Instant Gallery – Favorites from Portland" in which Salesin's work is shown among several turners whose work was selected for discussion during the Instant Gallery critique at the national woodturners symposium in Portland, Oregon.
Box Show Award
Salesin's "Lighthouse Box" received third place award in Northwest Fine Woodworking's "30th Annual Box & Container Show" (2009) Seattle show. View event page.
Woodturning magazine feature
The Summer 2009 issue of American Woodturner magazine includes the article "Educational Opportunity Grant" in which Salesin's work is shown among several turners whose work was selected for the live auction portion of the fundraising event.
My Design Secrets feature
My Design Secrets – Decorating with Orange adds Zest features Salesin's osage orange pattern bowl. The author notes, "A beautiful bowl on your foyer table makes a statement to guests as they enter your front door." See the article online.
Retrospective Exhibit
The evolution of Salesin's woodturning craft and explorations in ornamental turning over the past eight years was exhibited during the 2008 Santa Cruz County Open Studios Art Tour. More than 90 pieces from private collections were displayed.
The Art of Jewelry: Wood
Salesin's ornamental turned African blackwood "Wave Bracelet" is one of the works showcased in The Art of Jewelry: Wood. This book features an eye-opening assortment of wood necklaces, bangles, and earrings to make—alongside a gallery of inspirational work from the best contemporary artists. View on Amazon.com
American Woodturner feature
The Spring 2007 issue includes the article "It's a Small World" in which Salesin's work is shown among thirteen ornamental turners who share recent work created on ornamental turning lathes.
