No woodworking experience required.This class will cover everything from selecting the right piece of wood, to safe machine operation and techniques, to final polishing.Learn. Students will be trained in fundamental gouge and scraper cutting techniques and developing an eye for making the shape desired. We learn how to use the bevel gracefully to guide the knife edge along a smooth curve and why this technique allows such smooth tool control. We sand to perfection and add a quick oil finish to bring out the luster of your work. This fundamental technique can be used to turn bowls of many sizes and shapes.Make. You'll make a beautiful hardwood bowl ready for the finish of your choice. Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28 9am - 5pmCost: $375 non-members; $317.50 members (includes materials)What to Bring: All items will be provided.Partial and full scholarships are available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.Instructor: Rick AngusFormally trained as an organic chemist, Rick Angus uses his scientific curiosity to investigate the art of woodturning in the analytical way of a scientist. The result is an analysis of how tools work and the ability to put them to work in the proper manner. Rick has been teaching or assisting at the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking in Manchester, CT, for more than 20 years, Snowfarm, The New England Craft Program in Williamsburg, MA, for 15 years, and the Elliot School and North Bennet Street School in Boston.Class PoliciesWe're excited to have you join us for a class or workshop at HatchSpace! To ensure a smooth registration process, we kindly ask that you review our Class Policies regarding payment, financial assistance, cancellations and refunds. Questions? We're here to help: education@hatchspace.org.WaitlistOur classes are popular and fill up fast! If the class you're interested in is marked SOLD OUT, you can be added to our waitlist by clicking the Register Now button, and the Join Waiting List link at the bottom of the screen.
No woodworking experience required.
This class will cover everything from selecting the right piece of wood, to safe machine operation and techniques, to final polishing.
Learn. Students will be trained in fundamental gouge and scraper cutting techniques and developing an eye for making the shape desired. We learn how to use the bevel gracefully to guide the knife edge along a smooth curve and why this technique allows such smooth tool control. We sand to perfection and add a quick oil finish to bring out the luster of your work. This fundamental technique can be used to turn bowls of many sizes and shapes.
Make. You'll make a beautiful hardwood bowl ready for the finish of your choice.
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28 9am - 5pm
Cost: $375 non-members; $317.50 members (includes materials)
What to Bring: All items will be provided.
Partial and full scholarships are available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.
 | Instructor: Rick Angus Formally trained as an organic chemist, Rick Angus uses his scientific curiosity to investigate the art of woodturning in the analytical way of a scientist. The result is an analysis of how tools work and the ability to put them to work in the proper manner. Rick has been teaching or assisting at the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking in Manchester, CT, for more than 20 years, Snowfarm, The New England Craft Program in Williamsburg, MA, for 15 years, and the Elliot School and North Bennet Street School in Boston. |
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