In this issue

In this issue: The Next Chapter for Woodworker West, Southern California Wood: A Furniture Show, Design in Wood's "People's Choice" Awards, 2023 Western Design Conference, 2023 Hawai'i Craftsmen Statewide Exhibition , 'Designing on the Fly' by Ian Kirby, AAW's Members' Exhibition: 'Out of the Woods', and Profile: Gary Weeks, furnituremaker, as well as News, Events, Exhibits, Clubs, Classes & more!
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Education: 2022 Design Emphasis

The next generation of furniture designers were on display at the 2022 Design Emphasis, the biennial student design competition exhibition held in conjunction with last summer’s International Woodworking Fair IWF) in Atlanta, GA.

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Profile: Leo Litto

Leo Litto of Austin, TX is an award-winning maker of heirloom quality furniture. Here is Leo's story, in his own words:

4 mins

Tools & Techniques

It’s All Problems

10 mins

Profile: John P. McCormack

As the Port Townsend School of Woodworking welcomes master woodworkers from around the Northwest to their November Woodworking Show, we caught up with its newest faculty member, John P. McCormack. Here is John’s story in his own words:

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From David Marks Studio- Patina Applications & Questions

For years, many of you have read my discussions about gilding and chemical patination techniques, but are unsure about its application to your own work. I'd like to share a recent email from Sandra Walkin of Louisiana, who took my Gilding & Chemical & Patination class and a 2-day private class in 2015:

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Education: NW Woodworking Studio

Education: NW Woodworking Studio

1 min

Tools & Techniques Small Shop Design

Tools & Techniques Small Shop Design

7 mins

From David Marks Studio Answering Reader's Questions

From David Marks Studio Answering Reader's Questions

5 mins

Profile: Marco Cecala

Marco Cecala of Phoenix, AZ is a talented craftsman, beginning a transition into full-time furnituremaking. Here is Marco’s story, in his own words:

4 mins

Turning Topics AAW Members' Exhibition

Continuum

1 min

Profile: Scott Grove

Scott Grove of Rochester

4 mins

Tools & Techniques

Reinforcing Butt Joints

5 mins

Shavings & Sawdust

58th International Art Exhibition

1 min

From David Marks Studio Milling Guitar Backs

David Marks has been a studio furniture maker in Santa Rosa, CA for nearly 40 years and was the host of the popular woodworking television program WoodWorks on the DIY network.

2 mins

Tools & Techniques Understanding Greene & Greene

Craft in America, the Peabody Award-winning PBS television series, showcases the creative spirit of America’s handmade craft artists.

3 mins

Profile: Jim Piper

Jim Piper of Portland, OR draws upon the natural world in creating his exquisite turned and embellished wood pieces.

3 mins

Profile: Greg Klassen

Greg Klassen of Everson, WA is studio furnituremaker, who’s River® Table Collection has garnered international attention and orders. Here is Greg’s story, in his own words:

3 mins

Rubbing Out Arm R Seal & Questions

Rubbing Out Arm R Seal & Questions

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Education: Maloof Foundation Classes

When he set up his foundation, Sam Maloof envisioned an enduring arts center, with a museum and educational workshops to teach woodworking.

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Tools & Techniques - Intro To CNC Routers

The value of CNC (computer numerical controlled) technology is a given among most production shops—even if they don't have one.

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From David Marks Studio Gilding, Patination & Questions

David Marks has been a studio furniture maker in Santa Rosa, CA for over 40 years and was the host of the popular woodworking television program WoodWorks on the DIY network. He also has been a contributor to Woodworker West, since 2004.

5 mins

Education: Cerritos College

The Woodworking Program at Cerritos College in Norwalk, CA showcased student work from the 2018-2019 school year at an exhibit and celebration in May.

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Woodworker West Magazine Description:

Woodworker West covers woodworking in the Western U.S., including news, opportunities, events, activities, shows, exhibitions, classes, and craftsman profiles. In addition, there are features of Tool & Techniques, Turning Topics, Education, David Marks answering questions, pictorials, and more. Your woodworking information source for both the hobbyist through the professional craftsman.