Roger is a traditional bowl turner. Using a spring pole lathe, hand-forged
tools, and freshly harvested native woods, he specializes in the creation of Norwegian ale vessels. Roger's fascination
with these objects has its roots in his immigrant grandmother's ale bowl, which is still in the family. Roger has demonstrated
his trade at the Nordic Fest, Norsk Hostfest, the Minnesota State Fair, the Smithsonian Institute's Viking Exhibition,
and several other historic sites. He has been a turner for 18 years, working with a pole lathe exclusively for the past 12.
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