Bob Kahane

(BIK) – Turnings by Bob – Woodturning

Artist Biography

Bob has been an active member of the Capital Area Woodturners (CAW), the American Association of Woodworkers (AAW) and the International Association of Pen Turners for several years. He is a juried artisan at The Craft Gallery of Artisans United, Inc. in Annandale, Virginia. In addition, his works are on permanent display and available for purchase at a number of cigar, and specialty gift stores and a variety of other venues throughout the Northern Virginia and the DC area.

Artist Statement

I first started turning over twenty years ago. My first project was a cocobolo mallet. I started making pens in 2006. Since then I have made over 200 pens, pencils and other turned projects. I started pen making initially to make unique gifts for family and friends and quickly realized the enjoyment and pleasure of being a pen maker working with my hands and heart, to create artistic and useful objects out of some of the most beautiful materials in the world.

Every pen I make is designed and handcrafted one at a time in my studio on a wood lathe. Each pen is given over ten progressively finer sanding steps up to 12000-grit micromesh eliminating all scratches and sanding imperfections. Then, a 2-step waxing finish is applied that provides protection and a deep glow to the finished pen.

I take great care and pride in each pen striving to meet exacting standards of excellence in design, implementation and finish creating a pen that provides great enjoyment and pleasure to its owner.

On the personal side, I have taught each of my four grandchildren how to make pens and appreciate the woods. A light touch and good concentration is needed to make quality products. They are learning a craft that will stay with them and will enable them to pass on to their own children.

Contact

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