Turned wood formers, showing numbered parts extracted from soft slab construction after drying.

Turned wood formers allow some flexibility in wrangling soft slabs in handbuilt forms. Woodturning is centred on lathe work, like the wheel for some ceramics. Wooden cores can be a tool for exploring forms, with options lying between tightly wrapped circular symmetry and the freedom of handlbuilt structures

A wooden vuvuzela with a natural wood finish and visible wood grain, showing cracks and knots.
Three cut sections of bamboo, each bound with white rubber bands, numbered 5, 6, and 7, arranged vertically on a plain background.
A tall, cylindrical wooden vase with a glossy finish showcases a dark, rich wood grain pattern with swirling natural designs, set against a plain light background.