Bowl Turning Foundation - Full Day

Description

Tutor: Rick Dobney. Rick is an AWGB accredited tutor with 8 years experience of teaching woodturning classes. This is a one day bowl turning foundation course intended for those with previous turning experience, it runs for a maximum of two students. Spend the morning learning how to turn a bowl which could be used for fruit, serving food, or just a proud reminder of a day learning the basics of woodturning. In the afternoon, you will have a choice of either a natural / live edged bowl or an end grained bowl Each student has use of a high end variable speed lathe with all the tools, equipment, protective smocks and PPE (personal protective equipment) necessary to complete the exercises and projects. All materials and finishes are supplied by Rick at no extra cost. What will I make on the workshop? After a brief introduction, you will start the main project of the morning, a 20 x 5cm cross grained bowl in a choice of native timbers. In the afternoon you will turn either a natural edged / live bowl or an end grained bowl, both projects requiring different tool use and control. What will I learn on the workshop? You will learn techniques to turn cross grained and either end grained or natural edged bowls: • Understand the components and operation of a woodturning lathe • Safety in and organisation of the workshop • Introduction to the woodturning tools used for bowl turning and the differences in tool grinds • The importance of bevel control to achieve a good finish with the tool • Options for mounting the bowl blank on the lathe • Understanding bowl function, form and design • Using bowl turning tools to develop the bowl inner and outer shapes • The importance of preparing (sanding) for a good finish • Methods for removing evidence of how the piece was held on the lathe • How to sharpen woodturning tools Please note: • It is recommended that you bring reading glasses for close work • It is mandatory for your personal safety that you wear strong shoes / boots and strong full length trousers • Full day courses include a light lunch, please let Rick know if you have any particular dietary requirements.

What's included in the price?

All materials, finishes, PPE, refreshments and a light lunch included

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Rick Dobney Woodturning

with Craft Courses since 2024

Message the tutor

Rick first picked up his turning tools in 2008. From the first shaving that flew off a cheap and cheerful second hand lathe, Rick was hooked and woodturning was the future. Through watching many of the best demonstrators on the circuit, undertaking challenging commissions and spending hours at the lathe, Rick has developed his skills and style of turning. He has established a reputation for exploring turning outside of the ‘Round and Brown’ often incorporating alternative materials into his pieces. Rick is best known for his off centre and multi axis work, in particular the multiple axis pieces turned on a jig he has developed. Rick regularly demonstrates at clubs and events across the UK presenting technical projects aimed to inspire others to broaden their turning ambitions and ideas. Rick takes pride in providing training from his well-equipped workshop in Derbyshire to students of all levels, from those simply wanting a fun woodturning experience to more experienced turners looking to improve and hone their skills. Ricks workshop includes two high end lathes for students to use along with extensive tools and equipment to ensure a safe, enjoyable and informative day for all students.