Rowan was turned from a piece of oak that came from a friend's garden. The tree had fallen during the winter, and when I placed the blank on the lathe, it was still full of moisture. As expected, the bowl continued to move and change shape as it dried. The wood warped, twisted, and settled into its final form — a process I always find fascinating. It is one of the reasons I love working with freshly cut wood. No matter how carefully I plan, the material always has the final say.…