Woodturning with Ray Allen: A Master's Designs & Techniques for Segmented Bowls and Vessels (Fox Chapel Publishing) 11 Plans and a Gallery of Work

Author: Nish, Dale

Brand: Design Originals

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 144

Release Date: 01-09-2004

Part Number: 9781565232174

Details: The ultimate guide for anyone interested in segmented woodturning! TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: Full-color photographs and illustrations will help you understand the resources that Allen used to produce his bowls DRAWING BLUEPRINTS: Provides crucial information about segment formulas, veneers, materials, adhesives, and abrasives to help you plan your piece TURNING A SEGMENTED BOWL: This how-to section reveals Allen's detailed turning process, with photographs and instructions for each of its 95 steps FULL COLOR GALLERY: Generate ideas for your own pieces from this chapter filled with color photographs of Allen's work 11 BOWL PLANS and DESIGN SEGMENTS: Illustrates how to recreate Allen's styles and designs yourself Gain inspiration from the work of a great American woodturner! This photo-rich 144-page book provides a comprehensive look at the specific techniques and beautiful work of Ray Allen (1930-2000). One of America's best segmented turners, Allen drew much inspiration from Southwest Indian designs and forms. He exhibited in galleries and museums nationwide and won numerous awards. In the instructional chapter, 95 step-by-step photos are included along with thorough explanations about how to complete your own segmented bowl. You will find everything you need to know about Allen, segmented woodturning, and how to create beautiful pieces in detailed chapters on tools and equipment, drawing blueprints, turning a segmented bowl, a gallery, and 11 bowl plans and design segments. Explore a master's designs and techniques for segmented bowls and vessels, with Woodturning with Ray Allen! "At the hands of Ray Allen, segmented turning became an art-form, separate from other forms of the craft... Woodturning with Ray Allen is both an instructional treatise and an inspirational guide for those who wish to become competent—or more than competent—in the art and craft of segmented turning." —The Australian Woodworker

EAN: 9781565232174

Package Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches

Languages: English