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Tim Swihart burned & color accented class at the TLC 8/2

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Please join us on Saturday, August 2, 9 AM - 4 PM

for a class with club member


Tim Swihart

at

CMW's Turning Learning Center in Arden, NC


Active CMW membership and advance registration required
A fee is charged for the class


About the Class

Creating & Using Custom Color Accent Waxes for Burned Surfaces

Torching wood after turning can create wonderful textures that beg for color! Demonstrators in recent years have shown variations of the concept but all lean heavily on their existing stash of a commercial product that was no longer in production. I figured out a way to make my own custom colors using common materials. Join me as we focus on basic burning as a finishing technique, common design issues unique to burning, as well as creating and using custom colors. We’ll start with small pre-turned pieces so we can jump quickly into the process, problems, and solutions. Time permitting, you can turn, burn, and custom color a small new piece from a provided blank. Class is open to all skill levels.

Blanks and equipment will be provided.
Bring a
n oven mitt or leather glove for their left hand if you want to be extra cautious. 


Artist Background


I’ve been turning as a hobby since the mid-90’s with a primary focus on functional pieces (handles, knobs, pens, seam rippers, basic bowls, etc). After moving to Asheville in late 2015 and joining CMW, I’ve picked up a lot of new insights, skills, and experiences. Small projects like vases and ornaments are among my favorite “canvases” for exploring new techniques and material.




Date and Time

Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM

Location

CMW Turning Learning Center
739 Glenn Bridge Road
Arden, NC  28704
USA

Event Contact(s)

Laurie Bingaman Lackey

Tony Micocci

Mike Moore

Category

TLC Member Class

Registration Info

Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Registration cancellations will be accepted

Capacity

6 Total Slots
4 Available Slot(s)