Rocky Mountain WoodturnersDale Bonertz gives a detailed demonstration of the use of the McNaughton Center Saver for coring bowl sets. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on January 5, 2012
Dale Bonertz demonstrates the McNaughton Center SaverRocky Mountain Woodturners2012-05-14 | Dale Bonertz gives a detailed demonstration of the use of the McNaughton Center Saver for coring bowl sets. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on January 5, 2012Merryll Saylan - Texture & Color for the WoodturnerRocky Mountain Woodturners2023-01-08 | Merryll Saylan discusses the importance and techniques of using texture and color in woodturning. Presented on January 5, 2023 to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners.Dan Swaim - Shallow Stave BowlsRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-11-12 | Dan Swaim demonstrates how to turn Shallow Stave Bowls to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 3, 2022. Dan discusses how to select material, cut the needed angles/bevels, glue up a blank and then turn into a bowl. His article on making a stave cutting sled is in the June 2022 issue of American Woodturner.John Giem - Inside Out TurningRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-08-14 | John Giem demonstrates his technique for Inside Out Turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on August 4, 2022. John discusses preparation of he component pieces, holding them for the initial turning to form the future hollow interior and then doing a final glue up and turning the exterior form.Dr. Lee Carter - Pewter Casting for WoodturningRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-06-30 | Dr. Lee Carter demonstrates Pewter Casting for Woodturning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on June 9, 2022. He discusses pewter casting and how to embellish wood turnings using them. He also discusses the founding of Rocky Mountain Woodturners and his long career in and contributions to the art and craft of woodturning.Pat Scott - The Perfect Pepper MillRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-05-09 | Pat Scott demonstrates how to turn the Perfect Pepper Mill to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 5, 2022. He emphasizes planning and then an efficient step by step process to produce a noticeably superior product.Matt Monaco - Understanding & Mastering the SkewRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-02-06 | Matt Monaco demonstrates on understanding and mastering the skew to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on February 3, 2022. He discusses skew shape and sharpening. He shows a number of cuts and uses the skew to produce a wooden top. We apologize for the lower resolution video but are using Zoom for our meetings.Raleigh Lockhart - Leaf TurningRocky Mountain Woodturners2022-02-05 | Raleigh Lockhart demonstrates turning leaf shapes into bowls & birdhouses to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on October 7, 2021. We apologize for the lower resolution video but are using Zoom for our meetings.Stuart Batty - Simple Bowl TurningRocky Mountain Woodturners2021-11-08 | Stuart Batty demonstrating techniques for simple bowl turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 4, 2021. He discusses his 7 fundamentals, chucking, the 40/40 grind gouge and bottom gouges.
We apologize for the lower resolution video but are using Zoom for our meetings.Don Prorak - Double Tricornered Vessel with a captured ringRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-05-11 | Don Prorak demonstrates turning a Double Tricornered Vessel with a captured ring to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 7, 2020. He discusses the cube of wood to start from, the initial holding between the lathe drive and a live center, then utilizing a 4 jaw chuck. Several variations are discussed.
This video was captured from a Zoom online presentation so suffers from low quality video.Dave Landers - Three Piece GobletRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-04-17 | Dave Landers demonstrates his techniques for turning a Three Piece Goblet to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on the 9th of April, 2020. He covers wood selection, chucking, tools and turning techniques.
This demonstration was done by remote streaming so the recording is at a lower quality than normal.Glenn Hayhurst - Turning JewelryRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-03-09 | Glenn Hayhurst demonstrates to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners Pen club on February 20, 2020. He explains his technique for producing small side grain jewelry medallions.Allen Jensen - Turning Bowls, from Tree to TableRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-03-09 | Allen Jensen demonstrates his methods for taking a half log, turning it to a bowl blank, drying techniques and finish turning tips to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on March 5, 2020.Peter Lederer - Quick & Easy Segmented PensRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-03-08 | Peter Lederer demonstrated how to make a woodturned segmented appearing pen to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners Pen club on February 20, 2020. Peter starts with a low cost colored plywood. He discusses techniques for stabilizing the plywood and various ways to enhance a pens appearance.Tom Wirsing - Tulip BowlRocky Mountain Woodturners2020-03-04 | Tom Wirsing demonstrates how to turn a tulip bowl to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on February 6, 2020. Tom shows how to mount and turn using both bowl gouges and negative rake scrapers for an extremely smooth final shape. Discussion of tools, sharpening and materials.Laser Engravers for WoodturnersRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-12-23 | Don Rogers, Ed Cypher, Robert Franklin & Marty Christensen discuss their experiences with small laser engravers used on wood. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 7, 2019.Dennis Liggett - Multi-axis CanteenRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-08-12 | Dennis Liggett demonstrates how to turn a Roman replica Canteen using multi-axis mounting techniques. This demonstration was delivered to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on August 8, 2019. Dennis has a website with more information: http://dennisliggett.comMerryll Saylan - Small Bowl Design & FinishRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-05-12 | Merryll Saylan demonstrates Small Bowl Design and Finishing to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 9, 2019. She discusses her favorite tools, design philosophy and approach to finishing. Merryll is recognized in the US and internationally as a skilled artist. Search on her name if you would like to see examples of her work.
We apologize in advance for the audio quality.Robert Franklin - Pen Turning & FinishingRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-04-21 | Robert Franklin demonstrates his techniques for turning and finishing pens to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on April 18, 2019. He discusses blanks, preparation, mandrels and finishing techniques. He includes cast, stabilized and raw wood blanks in his discussion and how he differs his process for each. He shows his CA finishing technique and when he chooses to just polish a pen. Merits of both oil and water sanding are pointed out.Doug Schneiter - Basket Illusion 2.0, Beading with D-Way toolsRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-04-08 | Doug Schneiter presents his second demonstration on Basket Illusion to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners. Doug showcases the D-Way beading tool as a cutting approach rather than scraping. He has streamlined his beading technique and shows several jigs and fixtures that facilitate the process. He updates the brands of coloring pens available. He briefly shows the woodburning techniques that turn the beads into segments.
If you wish to take a class or purchase his specialized tools please contact him through his website: http://www.dougschneiterwoodturner.com/contact.htmlRobert Franklin - Rings & BraceletsRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-04-02 | Robert Franklin demonstrates his techniques for turning rings, bracelets and pendants to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on March 21, 2019. He recommends stabilized wood and/or resin castings and discusses turning tips for the material. He shows a variety of metal cores for rings and bracelets and discusses the characteristics of different types. Mounting and finishing techniques are presented.Alan Lacer - Befriending the SkewRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-03-15 | With Alan's permission we are posting his demonstration, Alan Lacer - Befriending the Skew presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on March 7, 2019. Alan discusses skew history, shapes, sharpening and demonstrates a variety of cuts. He also presents a technique to mount your work piece with a cup drive so that catches and run backs are mild and can be a learning experience. For further information see Alan's websites. www.alanlacer.com; www.alanlacer.info;. Also consider a class with Alan at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking www.marcadams.comPat Scott - Butterfly Patch InlayRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-02-12 | Pat Scott demonstrates how to patch cracks in bowls with a butterfly patch inlay or a stitch. His presentation was to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on February 7, 2019. He mentions several vendors of materials and templates as well as demonstrating his techniques and tools for repairing a cracked bowl.John Giem - Turning Offset Tool HandlesRocky Mountain Woodturners2019-01-08 | John Giem demonstrates Turning Offset Tool Handles to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners in January of 2019. He discusses sources of screw driver kits and the various alternatives to a round handle. He shows a technique for turning a 3 sided handle using an offset to produce a tri-ridged handle.Dave Landers - Forest of Trees - Ring TurningRocky Mountain Woodturners2018-11-11 | Dave Landers presents Forest of Trees - Ring Turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 6, 2018. Dave shows the technique of ring turning to form a tree shape. A profile is turned on two pieces of wood, glues them together, cuts the outer profile on both side then slices the individual trees from the ring.Jimmy Clewes - Square Oriental BoxRocky Mountain Woodturners2018-09-01 | Jimmy Clewes demonstrates turning a square oriental box to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on August 9, 2018. He emphases getting a clean cut when removing intermittent wood. He also discusses design considerations, gouge sharpening and how to turn an ogee.Dan Swaim - Segmented Turning - Design, Efficiency & SafetyRocky Mountain Woodturners2018-08-01 | Dan Swaim demonstrates his techniques for segmented turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on July 12, 2018. He describes a simple approach for design and layout. Demonstrates a sled and templates for setup. Discusses the wood grain orientation for best results and glue up approach and his approach to the turning.Rick Orr - Threaded Elk Antler BoxesRocky Mountain Woodturners2018-03-13 | Rick Orr presented his technique for threaded Elk antler boxes with Corian base and lid to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on March 8, 2018. He discusses how to acquire the antler, prepare the correct section, mounting, how to use a threading jig, how to select Corian for base and lid, finishing. Details on the threading jig.
Rick also produces custom fly rod cases: http://fishtailflyrodtubes.comAllen Jensen demonstrates how to go from a log to a finished bowl.Rocky Mountain Woodturners2017-11-14 | Allen Jensen demonstrates his techniques for starting with a log, correctly cutting a bowl blank, rough turning, drying and final turning. Ending up with a finished bowl. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 9, 2017.John Giem - Vacuum Chucking IIRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-09-13 | John Giem demonstrates techniques he has evolved to expand the use of a Vacuum Chuck for woodturning. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on September 7, 2017.Hoyle Curtis - Serenity SpheresRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-07-19 | Hoyle Curtis demonstrates Serenity Spheres to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on July 6, 2017. Hoyle discusses several of the most common methods for hand turning a sphere and demonstrates his preferred approach so that an average turner can successfully turn a sphere. He discusses several methods of fixturing to allow final roundness to be achieved and sanding. He used the scrap from the blank to produce both a friction chuck as well as a stand so the sphere doesn't roll away. References are provided.Adam Luna demonstrates Threaded BoxesRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-05-12 | Adam Luna demonstrates hand chasing threads to attach lids to turned boxes to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 4, 2017.
Adam's Bio:
I was born and raised in Lima, Peru. A country that is diverse and rich of wood and natural landscapes. My father has been a craftsman since I remember, everywhere we lived he always had his shop on the rooftop of the house we lived, it was always fun coming to play in his shop, feel the wood texture and smell. All he would let me do was sweep and plane by hand. That is how my love and interest for wood started. My dad has been a great influence in the craft, his love and passion for it has grow on me. I remember every time we go to buy wood he will smell it and sometimes taste it (in Peru they could sell you something that would say is mahogany and was not, and by tasting it will be his way of determining, I know... weird). Now every time I go look for wood, smells and textures get my attention. For the last 5 years I've been mainly focused on woodturning, it is my favorite past time or hobby. I have met some amazing people in the craft and have had the honor of having a mentor (Mauricio Kolenc) from Uruguay; his passion and love for the traditional craft has caught my attention, and sparked my interest. Hand thread chasing is what I have been trying to perfect lately. Just like the good Ol' Bill Jones would say repetitive work is the key, and he compared turning like singing "If it's easy it's sheer heaven, but if it's forced ugh!"Vinny Luciani demonstrates turning a Box with InsertRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-04-10 | Vinny Luciani demonstrates turning a "Box with Insert" to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on April 6, 2017. Vinny also describes some of the techniques he uses for highly sculpted forms.
More of Vinny's work can be seen at http://www.vinnyluciani.comTom Boley - Natural Edge Square BowlsRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-03-14 | Tom Boley demonstrates "Natural Edge Square Bowls" to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on March 9, 2017. He demonstrates his technique of starting with a half log, rough out, dry and then finish turning. He also discusses his technique for a "Natural Edge Log Bowl".
More information about Tom and his turning at http://www.redoakhollow.comDoug Schneiter - Basket IllusionRocky Mountain Woodturners2017-01-24 | Doug Schneiter demonstrates how to create "Basket Illusion" woodturnings to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners. He goes from wood blank to beading and finishes with how to created patterns with color. Doug discusses some of the creative and design alternatives. He also shows some of the alternative methods of holding the turning.Stuart Batty - How Gouges CutRocky Mountain Woodturners2016-09-22 | Demonstration given to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners by Stuart Batty on "How Gouges Cut". September 8, 2016. Describes how wood is cut by different gouges and techniques for sharpening them.Gordon DeKrey demonstrates Inside/Outside TurningRocky Mountain Woodturners2016-06-20 | Gordon DeKrey demonstrates Inside/Outside segmented turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on June 9, 2016.Derek Weidman - Drawing on a LatheRocky Mountain Woodturners2016-05-12 | Derek Weidman demonstrates "Drawing on a Lathe" to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 5, 2016.
weidmanwoodsculpture.comAllen Jensen creates a Beads of Courage lidded bowl.Rocky Mountain Woodturners2016-04-11 | Allen Jensen demonstrates turning Beads of Courage Bowls to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on April 7, 2016.Ray Cole demonstrates techniques learned at David Ellsworth classRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-11-14 | Ray Cole demonstrates bowl turning techniques learned at a David Ellsworth class conducted at the Anderson Ranch to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on November 5, 2015.Multi-axis Turning - Michael RoperRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-09-05 | Michael Roper demonstrates Multi-axis Woodturning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on September 3, 2015.Neil Turner Carving & Texturing of WoodturningsRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-06-25 | Neil Turner demonstrates his techniques for carving and texturing woodturnings. Presented to Rocky Mountain Woodturners on June 4, 2015.Doug Schneiter 15min hollowformRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-06-24 | ...Guilio Marcolongo Decorated BoxesRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-06-05 | Guilio Marcolongo from Australia demonstrates techniques & designs for woodturned decorated boxes for the Rocky Mountain Woodturners on May 7, 2015.Offset Inlay Turning by John GiemRocky Mountain Woodturners2015-04-29 | Offset Inlay Turning.
John Giem demonstrates a technique and tool for offset inlay turning to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners.Vacuum Chucks by John Giem Feb 2013Rocky Mountain Woodturners2013-02-25 | John Giem explains how Vacuum Chucks works on a lathe and shows examples of how to hold difficult and odd shaped pieces. Presented to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners February 7, 2013Phil Lackey demonstrates piercing thin walled vessels 2012Rocky Mountain Woodturners2012-09-17 | Phil Lackey demonstrates turning thin walled vessels and then decorating them with piercings to the Rocky Mountain Woodturners.