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August Workshop - Turning a Lighthouse with Rick Rich

Date and Time

Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM

Event Contact(s)

Audrey Yeoh

Category

Workshop

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About this event

This single day class introduces the art of turning a decorative lighthouse on the lathe, blending creativity with practical skills.  We will review lathe safety, tool selection, and fundamentals of spindle turning. Additionally, methods of layout planning and proportional scaling will be examined along with turning the detailing elements of windows and railings.  
 
We will begin with a spindle turning exercise and by the end of the class participants will have created a charming lighthouse and possess newfound confidence in their turning abilities. Prior lathe experience is preferred, but anyone with a willingness to learn and experiment is welcome!

Materials: 
- Gouges:
    Spindle Roughing Gouge
    ½ inch or ¾ inch Skew Chisel (only one is necessary)
    Spindle Gouge
    Parting Tool
    Note: The club tool kit has spindle roughing gouges and a parting tool in each bag for each lathe
- 3-inch faceplate
- Revolving tailstock center with cup center and point
- Cordless drill with a 7/16 spade bit
- The club will provide the wood required for the workshop