About this Event
You can sign up for a single class or more than one. Additional dates and times may become available. Contact the instructor with scheduling questions.
In this class you will learn:
- Safe and efficient cutting techniques
- How to sharpen your tools (it's so much more important than you might think!)
- All the steps between the fresh-cut log and the finished bowl
- Basics of design
All tools, wood, and safety gear are provided.
For beginners, the first lesson will focus on safe and efficient cutting technique using freshly-cut green wood. The emphasis is on building skills rather than completing a specific project. Greenwood bowls may warp as they dry, but they're an important first step in learning how to turn.
Intermediate turners, depending on skill level, can focus on improving their tool or shaprening technique, bowl design and detailing or, by prior arrangement, working with dry wood.
More advanced techniques such as bowl form modifications like integral handles or feet, surface embellishment, carving, paint and other finishes are best addressed in a private class or an all-intermediate group class.
What to bring
- The prepared greenwood turning blanks are included in the cost of the class. Please note that for intermediate students requiring dry stock or roughed dry blanks there will be a materials fee that will vary based on what is provided.
- Bowl-turning tools if you have them (we can discuss proper sharpening and tool care)
- Closed-toe shoes
- Clothes you can get grubby in. Turning smocks are provided, or you can bring your own. Hoodies, long sleeves, and dangly jewelry are inappropriate for turning. Long hair must be tied back.
- Notepad or sketchbook for taking notes. It's ok to take photos or short video clips for your own reference during class.
Kids in the woodshop
Motivated kids can do just about anything a grown-up can do, but in the woodshop there are some very real height-related safety issues. If you are purchasing this class for a child under 12 or for anyone under 5'2" tall please contact Kalia either before or immediately after ticket purchase to make sure she can provide a safe and appropriate booster platform. A parent or guardian must be present during the child's class. If you wait until just before the class to let me know that the student is a child or short person I may not be able to provide the necessary safety platform and I may not be able to refund the ticket price.
If you have any questions please contact Kalia at [email protected].
About the instructor
Kalia Kliban has been a professional woodworker since the early 1990s. She started as a cabinet and furniture maker, spent some time in guitar making and instrument repair, and since 2010 has been solely focused on making wooden bowls, plates and other functional turned items. Her work has been featured in the magazines American Woodturner, Woodturning (UK), and Woodworker West, and in shows across the country. She is proud to have her work on view at Sebastopol Gallery (150 North Main Street, Sebastopol), and in private collections and kitchens from coast to coast.
You can find her online at:
Website -- kaliakliban.com
Instagram -- kaliakliban
Facebook -- facebook.com/kkbowls
Cancellation Policy: Attendees must request cancellations/refunds no fewer than 7 days in advance. Eventbrite fees cannot be refunded. No walk-ins.
Youth and minor policy: see our About page.
Special and group classes
Special class sessions are available. Send an email to [email protected] for more information.
Event venue & nearby stays
Chimera Arts and Maker Space, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, United States
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