Class description
Course Overview:
Immerse yourself in the art of woodturning with our 5 Days of Turning course, designed for both beginners and intermediate students. This five-day, hands-on workshop will give you the opportunity to develop a wide range of woodturning skills, from spindle turning to bowl turning. Under the expert guidance of your instructor, Simon, you’ll work with your own lathe and have ample time to complete a variety of projects, including bowls, platters, and lidded boxes.
Each day will build on the previous, introducing you to new techniques, tools, and creative possibilities. By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in woodturning and a collection of completed projects to take home.
Why You’ll Love This Class:
Comprehensive Learning: Over the course of five days, you’ll cover a wide range of woodturning techniques, from basic cuts to more advanced projects like bowls and lidded boxes.
Hands-On Practice: With your own dedicated lathe, you’ll have plenty of time to practice your skills and experiment with different tools and techniques.
Create a Variety of Projects: From spindle turning to bowl turning, you’ll work on multiple projects that showcase your progress and growing skills as a woodturner.
Professional Tools and Equipment: Learn to use both traditional and carbide turning chisels, giving you experience with different tools to suit various techniques and styles.
Supportive and Friendly Environment: Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, you’ll join a group of like-minded students who share your passion for woodturning.
Expert Instruction: Simon, your experienced teacher, will guide you through every step, ensuring you leave the course with a solid understanding of the craft.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
Fundamental Techniques: Learn basic woodturning skills, including turning between centers, using faceplates, and understanding the fundamentals of spindle and bowl turning.
Creative Projects: Complete several projects throughout the course, such as turning a basic candlestick, a spinning top, a bowl, a platter, and a lidded box.
Tool Mastery: Gain confidence using both traditional turning chisels and carbide turning chisels, understanding their differences and advantages for various tasks.
Finishing Skills: Learn proper sanding and finishing techniques to give your turned projects a professional, polished look.
Safe Mounting: Understand how to safely mount timber onto a chuck or faceplate for both spindle turning and bowl turning.
Course Content and Structure:
Over the span of five days, this course will guide you through the essential techniques of woodturning, beginning with fundamental spindle turning skills and progressing to more advanced projects. You will start by learning basic cuts such as the V cut and bead, then move on to crafting spindle-turned pieces like candlesticks and spinning tops. As you gain confidence, you’ll explore bowl turning, faceplate techniques, and creating more complex pieces like lidded boxes and platters.
Throughout the course, you’ll work with both traditional and carbide chisels, mastering the different tools and techniques necessary for various projects. Each day offers a balance of instruction, demonstration, and hands-on practice, ensuring you leave with the skills and knowledge needed to continue your woodturning journey independently.
Hands-On Experience:
This five-day workshop is entirely hands-on, with each student working at their own lathe. You’ll have the opportunity to complete multiple projects, gaining practical experience with a variety of woodturning tools and techniques. Simon will provide expert instruction and personalized feedback to help you progress throughout the course.
Join Us and Start Turning:
Sign up for our 5 Days of Turning course and dive deep into the world of woodturning. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get started or an intermediate student seeking to refine your skills, this course offers the perfect balance of learning and creativity. With expert guidance, professional tools, and a series of exciting projects, you’ll walk away with the confidence and skills to continue turning on your own. Reserve your spot today and embark on a rewarding woodworking journey!
Why You’ll Love This Class:
Comprehensive Learning: Over the course of five days, you’ll cover a wide range of woodturning techniques, from basic cuts to more advanced projects like bowls and lidded boxes.
Hands-On Practice: With your own dedicated lathe, you’ll have plenty of time to practice your skills and experiment with different tools and techniques.
Create a Variety of Projects: From spindle turning to bowl turning, you’ll work on multiple projects that showcase your progress and growing skills as a woodturner.
Professional Tools and Equipment: Learn to use both traditional and carbide turning chisels, giving you experience with different tools to suit various techniques and styles.
Supportive and Friendly Environment: Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, you’ll join a group of like-minded students who share your passion for woodturning.
Expert Instruction: Simon, your experienced teacher, will guide you through every step, ensuring you leave the course with a solid understanding of the craft.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
Fundamental Techniques: Learn basic woodturning skills, including turning between centers, using faceplates, and understanding the fundamentals of spindle and bowl turning.
Creative Projects: Complete several projects throughout the course, such as turning a basic candlestick, a spinning top, a bowl, a platter, and a lidded box.
Tool Mastery: Gain confidence using both traditional turning chisels and carbide turning chisels, understanding their differences and advantages for various tasks.
Finishing Skills: Learn proper sanding and finishing techniques to give your turned projects a professional, polished look.
Safe Mounting: Understand how to safely mount timber onto a chuck or faceplate for both spindle turning and bowl turning.
Course Content and Structure:
Over the span of five days, this course will guide you through the essential techniques of woodturning, beginning with fundamental spindle turning skills and progressing to more advanced projects. You will start by learning basic cuts such as the V cut and bead, then move on to crafting spindle-turned pieces like candlesticks and spinning tops. As you gain confidence, you’ll explore bowl turning, faceplate techniques, and creating more complex pieces like lidded boxes and platters.
Throughout the course, you’ll work with both traditional and carbide chisels, mastering the different tools and techniques necessary for various projects. Each day offers a balance of instruction, demonstration, and hands-on practice, ensuring you leave with the skills and knowledge needed to continue your woodturning journey independently.
Hands-On Experience:
This five-day workshop is entirely hands-on, with each student working at their own lathe. You’ll have the opportunity to complete multiple projects, gaining practical experience with a variety of woodturning tools and techniques. Simon will provide expert instruction and personalized feedback to help you progress throughout the course.
Join Us and Start Turning:
Sign up for our 5 Days of Turning course and dive deep into the world of woodturning. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get started or an intermediate student seeking to refine your skills, this course offers the perfect balance of learning and creativity. With expert guidance, professional tools, and a series of exciting projects, you’ll walk away with the confidence and skills to continue turning on your own. Reserve your spot today and embark on a rewarding woodworking journey!
WHAT YOU'LL GET
In this immersive course, each creation becomes a journey of discovery and skill-building. As you sculpt and refine your pieces, you’ll forge lasting memories and connections within our community. At the end, take home not just your masterpieces, but also newfound knowledge and a sense of accomplishment.
WHAT TO BRINg
PPE will be supplied however students wishing to bring their own should come with a face mask, safety glasses or goggles and earmuffs or earplugs.
Closed shoes are a mandatory requirement for all students.
Those with their own turning chisels should also bring them along to get better accustomed at using them but we also supply all tools if you don’t have any.
We have a kitchen onsite with fridge and microwave for those that want to bring their own food, and there are also takeaway options within walking distance.
WORK SHOP location
12 Gerald Street, Marrickville NSW
12 Gerald Street, Marrickville NSW
