Intro to Woodturning (Beginner) (Must be vaccinated)

1212 19th street,Oakland CA 94607

05 June, 2021

Description

In this class you'll learn the fundamentals of woodturning. All materals are included, and you'll even take home your own mallet. COVID UPDATE ***we are located inside a larger space so all students must be fully vaccinated plus 2 weeks in order to attend*** In this class you'll learn the fundamentals of woodturning. All materals are included, and you'll even take home your own handmade candlestick! Topics covered include: Safety (important!)Woodturning toolsWood grain concepts and 'movement'Wood lathe parts and operationWoodturning TechniqueFinishingOur maximum class size is 3 people, so you will get lots of 1 on 1 instruction. This is a safe and welcoming place for anyone to learn -- including women, people of color, or gender-nonconforming folks. NOTES: Please wear close-toed shoes and remove any dangling jewelry or clothing items (like hoodie strings) before joining class. Safety first! A water bottle will also be helpful to stay hydrated. FAQsWhat is the location like? The woodshop is in a larger maker space. It's an exciting place were people make all kinds of things from 3d printing to soysauce.  Prepare to be covered in wood at some point. What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Driving: There is free street parking on 19th Street. Please don't leave valuables visible and lock your vehicle. Public Transportation: The nearest BART station is th West Oakland station. We can't offer a ride from BART, but you can grab a cab or rideshare service from the station.Easy Peasy. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Email [email protected] The Lower 48 is a nonprofit woodshop in Oakland, CA. The Lower 48 is the brainchild of Jolie Karno, a skilled woodturner and accomplished instructor at Techshop in San Francisco and The Crucible in Oakland. She loves teaching, and has introduced scores of people to fine woodworking.