If you have been turning projects out of wood for a while you may wonder what other materials can be used. Acrylics are quite common today, but mostly for small items, such as pens, and as highlights in wood turnings. If you are an AAW member you should soon be …
My Eye-Opener As a brand-spanking-new member of the Board of Directors of the AAW, I must say it has been an education. Last month, in his message for the membership, Stan Wellborn marveled at the cohesive contribution made to the club by the volunteers, be they on the Board of …
[note]In a continuing effort to bring you the very best of available wood turners, we are very pleased to have Denise DeRose available to us for a day long turning event on April 8th. The demonstration will take place at Nancy Sweazey’s shop beginning at 9:00 am. Denise is an …
I came across Ron Kent’s website by way the of Honolulu Woodturners chapter of the AAW. The Honolulu Woodturners have about 110 members and meet in odd numbered months with demonstrations and other events in even numbered months. Upcoming events include demos by internationally known artists Kip Christensen and Keith …
The Segmented Woodturners, a virtual chapter of the AAW with nearly 1,000 members, is currently holding elections for the board of directors. There are 7 open positions on the board and ballots have been sent out to members. If you are a member of the Segmented Woodturners you are encouraged …
Ron Kent, the subject of my last post, is willing to share his techniques and processes with anyone who is interested. He says that he would not be a good teacher since he is totally self-taught and does not have the patience to watch others work. He believes the best …
