Michael Sorge

Michael Sorge would label himself a "woodturner artisan". Using rescued timber that would otherwise be destined for firewood, mulch, or a landfill, Michael strives to “turn” in a pleasing manner for both art and utilitarian purposes with the hope and goal of allowing the inherent natural beauty of each piece to show well for generations of enjoyment. "I found woodturning to be an enjoyable and satisfying medium that combines my love of nature and creative interests. I’m fascinated by the incredible array of trees and the timber they produce; their colors, grains, textures and conditions are diverse, beautiful and often full of surprises. I sculpt rescued and select timber into original and traditional shapes that display the woods’ inherent natural beauty, serve a useful purpose and are pleasing to the eye. I also strive to efficiently maximize the yield of timber through both design planning and multiple coring." Michael has been creating his one-of-a-kind pieces since November 2009 and is a member of both, The Central Ohio Woodturners and American Association of Woodturners. 


Here are a few of Michael's wood creations that we carry at the Ohio Art Market.

Click on the video below to see Michael in action.