Forest's Edge

A burl is a growth on a tree formed from un-sprouted bud tissue. The burl forms large, knobby-looking growths on the base and trunk of the tree. Stress caused by injury, fungus, a virus, or insects creates intense grain patterns. In addition, rapid growth in burls causes further stress and pressure on the wood. Burl creates incredible figure and pattern within the wood resulting in a truly unique grain. With this piece I wanted to incorporate the bark to add another element to this piece of art.