Mike will be teaching classes at the following locations in 2012
April 8-1
3, 2012 – Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Course description: The Tactile Turner Skill level: All
In this class we will explore the possibilities found in the turned form. We will start off by turning shapes on the lathe using a variety of different turning techniques. Bowl and hollow forms will be discussed. Students will then move on to power carvers, pyrography, paint and whatever else they can think of to impart their own ‘voice’ into their work. Focus will be not just on the visual but how a sense of touch and texture can add another level to their work. Students are encouraged to discuss and share ideas with one another, make shavings and have fun!
April 14-15, 2012 – Folk Art Center, Asheville, North Carolina
June 8-10, 2012 – American Association of Woodturners San Jose, California