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Important Notice: Students must have completed the prerequisites listed below.

Learn how to make a basic segmented bowl and discover the resources for making more sophisticated designs for this amazing craft. 

• Session 1: Learn how to calculate the size and shape of the various segments and how to cut the segments on a jig. 
• Session 2: Assemble and sand the segments accurately to size, and glue up the segment rings in preparation for turning.
• Some studio time may be required between Session 2 and Session 3
• Session 3: Turn and finish the assembled bowl.
   

Successful completion of these sessions will give you a basic understanding how to design, assemble and turn a basic segmented bowl. Segmenting skills are applicable to bowls, hollow forms and spindles, and are limited only by your imagination!

Details

• Skill level: You must have basic bowl-turning skills.
• Dale Nish’s book "Woodturning with Ray Allen" is used for the class and provides a glimpse into the possibilities of segmented turning.

Details

A $65 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers what you need.

Prerequisites

• Intro to Bowl Turning or equivalent skills as certified by Jamie Straw.
• Wood Lathe Tool Sharpening.
• You need to have turned two or three bowls independent of instruction to be comfortable in this class.
• Questions may be addressed to Jamie Straw through the Registrar's Office at BARN. Email registrar@bainbridgebarn.org or phone (206) 842-4475