Kerry Corney

The Profile,

For this bowl, the profile needs to flow continuously from the outside foot all the way to the rim. The eye should travel naturally from the base to the very top edge.

Near the foot, I like to introduce a subtle concave detail. It’s a small refinement, but an important one. It creates a natural place for the fingers to nestle when the bowl is picked up, making it feel comfortable and inviting in the hand.

There is an incredible amount of detail wrapped up in this one section. Curves, proportions, transitions, and balance all play a role. But above all else, the bowl has to feel right. If someone picks it up and it sits naturally in their hands, then I’ve done my job.

The exact profile matters less than the experience it creates. A good bowl isn’t just pleasing to the eye; it’s pleasing to hold.

Have a lovely day.

Kerry.

The Foot.
With this bowl, the foot will be staying intact. Most consumers of turned items don’t consider how a bowl sits on a table or how it creates the illusion of floating and nor should they. They simply enjoy the finished piece for its beauty, balance, and everyday usability, which is the ultimate reward of the craft.

The base of the bowl is crucial to its overall feel and the way it presents itself to the world. From the foot comes everything. Like a good foundation to a home, take care of the foundation, and the rest will fall into place. A well-designed foot provides not only stability but also a quiet sense of balance and presence that elevates the entire piece from a functional object to something more intentional and harmonious.

Kerry.

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