Terry Scott (New Zealand) burr oak platter with carved/inlaid rim 6x12cm. SignedMeeting Ray when I last demonstrated in the Uk he was only too willing to share his experiences and knowledge.In my travels and over 25 years of turning I have come across Ray in many an article and seen numerous pieces of his work. It was evident he was well respected in the Northern hemisphere as a humble man of many talentsTurning a roughed out bowl or platter turned out by another is often a challenge as the shape may test the turner to go out side their comfort zone .However in this case the blank I was sent fitted into my own style .Living in New Zealand I thought it appropriate to add an indigenous influence The Paua inlay is to depict the Southern Cross shown on our flag with the pattern the English Realm also on our flag.The Ray Key Collaboration Auctionn