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This Basic Bowl Turning class is designed for a wide range of experience levels—from those new to the lathe to intermediate turners looking to refine their skills. Beginners will focus on the essential “blocking and tackling” of bowl turning, while more experienced participants will explore alternative approaches, improved technique, and ways to work more confidently and efficiently. Topics include wood selection and grain orientation, mounting a blank, tool selection and use, shaping, sanding, and basic finishing.

The class runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and follows a demonstrate-then-hands-on format, ensuring plenty of time at the lathe. All materials are provided, including wood, tools, and safety equipment, and a boxed lunch is included. With 14 years of turning experience and training influenced by several master turners, the instructor brings a practical, fundamentals-first approach that helps students build confidence, improve control, and leave with techniques they can immediately apply in their own shops.