"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
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 stuning work, quite extraordinary to look into, the rippled edge, the pattern inside and outside, it all just sings."
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.
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.
American Woodturner feature
The Spring 2007 issue includes the article "It's a Small World" in which Salesin's work is shown among thirteen ornamental turners who share recent work created on ornamental turning lathes.
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. It will be available through Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and Borders.com soon.
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.
