"It adds to the mystery of the piece—a tiny cup, the repetitive mathematical pattern incised precisely within its concavity, with a hint of color being continually released from within the density of black."
Describing the Mandala Cup
from "Color", Prentice-Hall 2006
Prentice-Hall book feature
Addressed to artists and art students in all media, Prentice-Hall's 5th edition of Color, by Paul Zelanski, provides an introduction to the many different approaches of understanding color, including aesthetics, science, and psychology. Featured in the book is a photo of Salesin's "Honeycomb" Mandala Cup along with a paragraph detailing the work. View on Amazon.com
Best of California feature
The Pierced Box Set has been selected for the Best of California book. This is part of a series of spectacular, high quality, large format hardcover books highlighting American artists from various states. View on bestofartists.com
Art book feature
500 Bracelets, published by Lark Books in Fall 2005, offers an inspiring collection of extraordinary bracelet designs. This full-color photographic collection of works features Salesin's ornamental turned Wave Bracelet. Now available through Amazon.com and other fine book retailers. View on Amazon.com
Anchorage Daily News review
The Anchorage Daily News reviewed NemoArt Gallery's Neobotannica show in October 2005, featuring a photo of Salesin's Pattern Bowls and describing them as follows: "The small, delicate wood bowls by Joshua Salesin give evidence to his steady, industrious hand through smooth, seamless scoops of air carved into patterns of harmonious balance." They went on to say, "The bowls look perfectly balanced and rhythmic as if mimicking the grain within them."
NICHE award finalist
NICHE magazine, the exclusive trade publication for retailers of American craft, honors the outstanding creative achievements of American and Canadian craft artists. Each year, the NICHE Awards recognize individual artists in a number of media and provide a new level of exposure for their extraordinary work. In 2005, Salesin was selected as one of four finalists in the turned wood category.
AAW symposium selection
From over 1300 pieces at the American Association of Woodturner's 2007 Symposium Instant Gallery, Salesin's Cosmic Burst pattern bowl, along with approximately 20 other pieces, was selected for critique. Well-known turners Stephen Hogbin and Michael Brolly selected and discussed the work stating, "I think this is stunning work, quite extraordinary to look into, the rippled edge, the pattern inside and outside, it all just sings."
Artful Life feature
Article by Toni Sikes, founder of The Guild:
Miniature Art Shows Wood Turning at its Finest
I love big, eye-catching works of art as much as the next person, but over the years I have come to appreciate the artist who creates exquisitely small pieces. These days, I find that some of the most beautiful and fascinating art objects are also the smallest.
My current favorite miniature-maker is Joshua Salesin, who works in the great tradition of wood turners. Using antique machines and tools that date back to the 1800s, Salesin applies age-old techniques to create exquisitely detailed objects that are less than two inches high. Carving intricate forms and designs in very small pieces of wood requires the utmost patience and skill, something this artist has in spades!
The result is wood turning at its best – and [Salesin creates] intricately crafted vessels to be admired, touched, examined, and coveted.
Art calendar feature
The Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County selected Salesin's "Radiant Trio" to highlight the month of March in their 2006 calendar.
First place award
Salesin's Set of Three Pierced Ornamental Boxes with amboyna burl inset lid received the jurors' first place award at Dimensions 2005, in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dimensions 2005 is the 28th annual Juried Exhibition of Fine Craft sponsored by the Central Coast Craftmakers.
Art book feature
500 Wood Bowls, published by Lark Books in Fall 2004, details three works by Salesin. This sumptuous, full-color photographic collection features 500 masterworks from today's finest contemporary woodcraft artisans. View on Amazon.com
Woodturning magazine feature
American Woodturner, Fall 2004, features Salesin's multi-laminate urn and matching container in a full-page spread. The photo gallery of urns includes the work of ten woodturners.
