Here’s what one of our newest members has to say about a training day with the GAW :
Thoroughly enjoyed the day and came home buzzing with enthusiasm. If the committee are in any doubt of the value of these training days, please don’t be. I, and I’m sure all that attend, increase their skills and are very grateful for the time the tutors give for free. Now, with the guidance I received, I have made my first box and learnt a lot.
Demonstrations @GAW
July : Andy James RPT – Miniature turnings
Bring your magnifying glasses!
In a change to the published programme Andy James will be joining us to show how he makes miniature woodturnings.
Andy is a professional woodturner with a deep commitment to craftsmanship and design. Working from his dedicated workshop, he turns carefully selected timber into miniature segmented hollow forms that celebrate the natural grain, colour and movement of the wood.
With each project, Andy blends traditional turning techniques and an artist’s eye, shaping raw timber on the lathe into pieces that are both functional and sculptural. His work reflects years of experience, a respect for material, and a passion for creating objects that are as beautiful as they are enduring.
June : Keith Fenton
Keith Fenton demonstrated at the club in June, showing us how to make the hollow tubes and cylinders shown in this picture.
Work holding was challenging but Keith had several cunning plans that he shared with us. He also demonstrated just how quickly wet wood can warp out of round!