Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode of Turner’s Journey, Martin shares an eventful few days in the workshop. From creating book projects and supporting students, to testing new camera lenses and catching up with old friends, this episode is full of variety and behind-the-scenes moments.
Buy the Woodturning Form and Formula Book:
Signed Copies: msabansmith.com
Your Local Amazon Store (from 24th October '25):
Softback: Search for ASIN 1068358106
Hardback: Search for ASIN 1068358114
⏱️ Key Moments
00:00 – Opening music
00:12 – Warm Monday in the workshop; second book project on the lathe
00:18 – First project revealed: a trinket box in Newtonia and leadwood
00:34 – Workshop update: Les turning large commissions
00:46 – Ligia's final assessment day for her woodturning certificate
01:12 – Photographing completed pieces for submission
01:28 – Certificate presentation prep
01:41 – Weekly visitor Jonathan works on a lampstand with an airbrushed gradient
02:15 – Martin helps with airbrushing and shows gradient results
03:19 – Martin back on the lathe, working on a Japanese rice bowl for the book
03:32 – Applying multiple coats of gesso for decorative finish
03:51 – Testing new camera lenses: Canon 24mm vs. 10–18mm wide angle
05:00 – Comparing lens performance: depth of field, field of view, and shadows
05:25 – Reflections on a busy Tuesday and turning progress for the book
05:37 – Visit from Paul & Anne (friends from Belgium) and catching up after years
06:15 – Memories of past visits in the Netherlands and 2018
06:30 – Welcoming them to the workshop again
06:55 – Transition to Wednesday morning: repacking in the Hampshire Sheen Shed
In this episode, you’ll see the blend of teaching, making, and community that drives the workshop. From milestone achievements (like Ligia’s certificate) to technical experiments (airbrushing and camera tests), it’s a reminder of the variety and passion that keeps Turner’s Journey alive.
Stay subscribed for more updates, behind-the-scenes footage, and reflections as the book projects take shape.
My website and mailing list: msabansmith.com
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👍 Like if this helped your turning journey
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📍Woodturning School: facebook.com/thewoodturningschool
📍Club: facebook.com/woodturning360
Instagram:
📍Me: instagram.com/msabansmith
📍School: instagram.com/thewoodturningschool
#Woodturning #WoodLathe #Woodworker #Hampshire #ProfessionalTurner
The visual video content (including my voice), any text and any graphics in the video are Copyright © Woodturning Online Ltd 2015-2025. All rights reserved.
In this episode of Turner’s Journey, Martin shares an eventful few days in the workshop. From creating book projects and supporting students, to testing new camera lenses and catching up with old friends, this episode is full of variety and behind-the-scenes moments.
Buy the Woodturning Form and Formula Book:
Signed Copies: msabansmith.com
Your Local Amazon Store (from 24th October '25):
Softback: Search for ASIN 1068358106
Hardback: Search for ASIN 1068358114
⏱️ Key Moments
00:00 – Opening music
00:12 – Warm Monday in the workshop; second book project on the lathe
00:18 – First project revealed: a trinket box in Newtonia and leadwood
00:34 – Workshop update: Les turning large commissions
00:46 – Ligia's final assessment day for her woodturning certificate
01:12 – Photographing completed pieces for submission
01:28 – Certificate presentation prep
01:41 – Weekly visitor Jonathan works on a lampstand with an airbrushed gradient
02:15 – Martin helps with airbrushing and shows gradient results
03:19 – Martin back on the lathe, working on a Japanese rice bowl for the book
03:32 – Applying multiple coats of gesso for decorative finish
03:51 – Testing new camera lenses: Canon 24mm vs. 10–18mm wide angle
05:00 – Comparing lens performance: depth of field, field of view, and shadows
05:25 – Reflections on a busy Tuesday and turning progress for the book
05:37 – Visit from Paul & Anne (friends from Belgium) and catching up after years
06:15 – Memories of past visits in the Netherlands and 2018
06:30 – Welcoming them to the workshop again
06:55 – Transition to Wednesday morning: repacking in the Hampshire Sheen Shed
In this episode, you’ll see the blend of teaching, making, and community that drives the workshop. From milestone achievements (like Ligia’s certificate) to technical experiments (airbrushing and camera tests), it’s a reminder of the variety and passion that keeps Turner’s Journey alive.
Stay subscribed for more updates, behind-the-scenes footage, and reflections as the book projects take shape.
My website and mailing list: msabansmith.com
🔔 Subscribe for weekly woodturning content
👍 Like if this helped your turning journey
My Social Links:
Facebook:
📍Me: facebook.com/msabansmith
📍Woodturning School: facebook.com/thewoodturningschool
📍Club: facebook.com/woodturning360
Instagram:
📍Me: instagram.com/msabansmith
📍School: instagram.com/thewoodturningschool
#Woodturning #WoodLathe #Woodworker #Hampshire #ProfessionalTurner
The visual video content (including my voice), any text and any graphics in the video are Copyright © Woodturning Online Ltd 2015-2025. All rights reserved.
