Throughout the last 10 years I have been on a quest to learn the techniques and skills necessary to take turning to new levels. Many teachers have generously given me their tricks and techniques in all phases of turning. That was not good enough and I set out to figure out the dynamics of turning. Once you understand why a technique works well or why catches happen, then you can open up a whole new avenue of creativity never tapped before. Get in control, remove the fear, let the creativity flow, and have more fun at the lathe.
Students can take their abilities to new levels.
The techniques that I teach now incorporate lessons from all the educators that I have learned from. I have picked the easiest methods to use and teach my philosophy to do it the easy way. The need to sand is an indication of poor tool technique. It is not necessary to sand with course grit sandpaper. The efficient, controlled tool cuts that I teach are paramount to enjoying woodturning.