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. “Open Turning” events for members occur regularly on the first Tuesday of the month and the second and fourth Saturday. Any participation in turning activities is only allowed after joining the club and taking appropriate training.
Demo /Monthly Meeting Program:
SOUTHERN PIEDMONT WOODTURNERS
Invites you to an evening with:
KIRK DEHEER
“Demystifying Cuts & Catches!”
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2025, 6:30pm
This is a comprehensive discussion of spindle turning tools and their catches. Once you understand what a catch looks like you will be able to take action to correct it. Topics Covered: Lathe safety, Mounting the wood, Spindle roughing gouge, Skew, Milled spindle Gouges, and End grain hollowing.
Kirk draws inspiration from the masters as he refines his woodturning expertise. Working at Craft Supplies USA has granted him the opportunity to “stand on the shoulders of giants”, learning from the masters. his love for the craft extends to his students, creating a nurturing environment where passion and skill intertwine. Kirk’s sense of humor and limitless commitment to honoring the past is unsurpassed by his achievements in paying it forward.
It is always best to experience the demonstration and gallery live in the studio, but if you can’t make it, please watch on Zoom.
BE SURE TO USE THIS ZOOM LINK!
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82261727179?pwd=K7JeqbCCQJmYjHzpnvEFmbXj9pDhvd.1
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.
