The Southern Piedmont Woodturners Association leases a large space here at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (Studio 122), and has about 65-70 members. See their Artist Page on this website, for images; and/or their own website for more info. The club meets every 3rd Tuesday evening and non-members are welcome to attend the first time for free. Any participation in turning activities is only allowed after joining the club and taking appropriate training.
Straight from Ireland (almost) with Pat Carroll
We are excited to have as our demonstrator this month, Pat Carroll, a professional woodturner from Ireland. Pat is well known for his humor and technical expertise. He is traveling the US and is booked almost everyday, so we feel lucky to have him visit our club. He has done demonstrations for international audiences and has authored several articles for Woodturning Magazine.
Unfortunately, this demo will NOT be on Zoom, so make that effort and come on out to the club. And let’s show Pat what our club can do by making this month’s Show and Share the best! Let’s fill two tables!
Pat has a wide repertoire of demonstrations and for us he will be doing his Tripod demo. Check out his work at https://patcarrollwoodturning.com/index.php/gallery/main-gallery
SOUTHERN PIEDMONT WOODTURNERS
SPW has two large overhead screens for showing a demonstrator’s hands up close
Safe turning methods are taught and various turning days held for members monthly!
The Southern Piedmont Woodturners meet for fellowship and technical demonstrations on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm. We meet at our studio (#122) at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord, NC 28025. Members begin to arrive for informal gathering around 5:30 pm; the meeting formally starts at 6:30 pm and the program is usually finished by 9:00 pm.
We usually have an "Instant Gallery" of members’ items they bring to demonstrate how previous demonstrators have influenced their work. We also have a raffle of items to raise funds for the club.
In addition to ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, the SPW is associated with the Cabarrus County Arts Council (CCAC), the American Association of Woodturners (AAW), and the North Carolina Woodturners Association (NCWA).
To inquire about club activities, see the club website. Or, you may call the ClearWater Arts Center and speak with ClearWater Coordinator, Sarah Gay at 704-920-6600 who can help direct your call.
A typical monthly meeting with demonstrator showing a technique of interest.
