My interest is in segmented or polychromatic turning. This process uses traditional woodworking tools to assemble the patterns and shapes that are later turned on the lathe. I feature the natural color of the woods incorporated into the turning to create the design. You can see examples of my projects coming to life in the Video section.

I am lucky enough to live in Sunny Southern California. My woodworking skills are self taught, attending monthly demostrations with an occasional class or clinic, a lot of books and magazines, followed by hours in the shop. For me, woodworking has become a passion. It evolves over time from learning basic joinery, to pursuing mastery in content, materials and form. It is the pursuit of perfection that always eludes and encourages. It is a moving target that keeps you growing.

The lathe is different than other tools in that it encourages you to try new things. I find the lathe to be very therapeutic. Within minutes of starting a turning, I have forgotten about my day and its problems. Soon I find myself watching the bevel of the tool, eyeing the shavings for evidence of a good cut, and listening to the wood as it will tell you how it is doing. Each project becomes a milestone of new skills learned, and a lasting reminder of my short time here on Earth.

MarleyTurned.com is regularly viewed in over 50 countries by people who share a common desire to turn, create, and learn.

This site is not solely intended to showcase my work. I have found the turning community to be very supportive and eager to share what they have learned, and it is in this spirit that I manage this site. I hope that my passion for woodworking will bring you enjoyment.

Many of the items seen here have been sold or given as gifts. I would be happy to make something just for you, and if you wish, a video that shows how it was done. Please take a look at my site and feel free to email me with any questions or comments, and thank you for stopping by.

Legal Notice:

Anyone trying any of the techniques or projects shown on this site assumes all risks. Marleyturned.com, Larry Marley are not responsible for your safety.

Please read and follow the instructions provided by your tool manufacturer. Always use eye, hearing, and lung protection when working with wood and woodworking products. If it does not feel safe, assume it is Not safe.

I reserve all rights to this site and the work displayed on this site, including but not limited to the content,
images and videos.

The purpose of this site is to serve as a venue to display my work. I do authorize other web sites to link to this site, or parts of this site.
I do not authorize the reproduction of the images and videos used on Marleyturned.com to be used on other web sites for personal or commercial use unless expressly authorized in writing.

The woodworking community, especially the woodturning community is very open to offering advise on how the pieces they have made were made. It is in this spirit that I maintain this site and encourage others to continue to do the same.

With Kind Regards,