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Demos and Classes Offered

Join me for one of the comprehensive woodturning  demonstrations and classes designed for both novice and experienced woodturners. Each class is designed not just to teach, but also to inspire and expand your creative possibilities. 

Choose Your Learning Experience

ONLINE DEMOS

  • 90 min to 2 hours
    conducted via
    Zoom

  • worldwide accessibility

  • interactive experience

  • convenience with less logistical planning and no travel expense

IN-PERSON
HANDS-ON CLASSES

  • in-person learning experience

  • enhanced skill retention

  • personalized instruction based on each participant's technique 

  • inspiration and motivation

Teaching Philosophy

Empowering students to discover their creative potential through guided exploration and mastery of wood art techniques.

Classes/Demos Offered

Wall Sculptures Made Easy

Learn to create one-of-a-kind wall art using a custom-designed jig, focusing on techniques that maximize lathe work with minimal post-turning finishing.

Wood, Wire, and Fire

Even a small branch or a piece of firewood can become a skill-building exercise or a masterpiece. In this demo Roberto will guide you through woodturning techniques and coloring to quickly create a beautiful bouquet. 

Antiquity Fluted Bowl

A laser, a handful of tools and some imagination can elevate your turnings to the next level. In this demonstration, Roberto will guide you through the process of laying out fluid lines and carving designs on bowls and vessels. 

Embellishment Techniques: Enhancing Your Turned Projects

Explore texturing and coloring techniques to enhance the aesthetic of previously turned objects.

Key Points

01.

Expert Woodturning Instruction

Committed to providing in-depth instruction to develop a strong foundation in woodturning art while cultivating passion for the craft

02.

Focus on Creativity

Encourages creativity through experimental woodturning and embellishment techniques to be able to expand artistic boundaries

03.

Commitment to Skill Development

Aims to enhance your skills, from mastering the basics to refining advanced technique in wood-based artistry. 

04.

Community Building

Fosters a supportive creative environment where participants can share ideas, collaborate and grow as part of a larger woodturning community

Student Testimonials

“Roberto is a very comprehensive, thorough, kind and caring instructor.  He is very concerned that each student accomplishes the specific task he is teaching at the moment.  He is very responsive to email questions and clarifications."

Dave hudgel

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