Mike Mahoney, World-class Wood Turner
World-class wood turner Mike Mahoney of Orem, Utah will lead a two-day wood turning seminar January 21-22, 2009 at Highland Woodworking in Atlanta, Georgia. A professional wood turner since 1994, Mahoney's turned vessels are featured in galleries across the US and are sought by collectors around the world.
As an instructor, Mahoney brings an enthusiasm and passion to his craft that inspires his students to take their turning endeavors to new levels. On the first day of the seminar, Mahoney will show how to sharpen turning tools so they can cut with maximum effectiveness, a prerequisite for successful hollow and bowl turning. On day two Mahoney will provide insight into the hollow form, revealing the nuances that bring forth shapes that inspire the senses of touch and sight. Mahoney will cover stock selection and orientation, lathe mounting techniques, shaping, hollowing and hand chased threads for lidded vessels.
This will be Mahoney's first appearance at Highland Woodworking as a lecturer.
