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- Condition
- Like New
- Seller Notes
- Artist
- David Ellsworth
- Publication Name
- N/A
- Release Title
- Ellsworth on Woodturning: How a Master Creates Bowls, Pots, an...
- Ex Libris
- No
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Intended Audience
- Adults
- Inscribed
- No
- Colour
- N/A
- Vintage
- No
- Brand
- N/A
- Personalize
- No
- Type
- Paperback
- Features
- Illustrated
- ISBN
- 9781565233775
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1565233778
ISBN-13
9781565233775
eBay Product ID (ePID)
66689286
Product Key Features
Book Title
Ellsworth on Woodturning : How a Master Creates Bowls, Pots, and Vessels
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Woodwork, Power Tools
Publication Year
2008
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
House & Home, Crafts & Hobbies
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
33.9 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-275545
Reviews
"In addition to tools, techniques, and materials, the book discusses the creative process, design, and teaching. All techniques and projects are illustrated with color photos, and a photo gallery of Ellsworth's work provides further inspiration." -Book News, "Written in a refreshingly clear, direct style and abundantly illustrated with photos of his (and others') work. Ellsworth's book would make a useful addition to any serious woodturner's library." -Fine Woodworking.com, "David clearly speaks for himself in this book, so if you want to get to know the man, his life, and his work, be sure to buy a copy." -American Woodturner Magazine, "From the grandfather of contemporary wood-art movement. David Ellsworth provides step-by-step directions for three projects--an open bowel, a natural edged bowl, and a hollow vessel." --"Canadian Woodworking Magazine" David clearly speaks for himself in this book, so if you want to get to know the man, his life, and his work, be sure to buy a copy. - American Woodturner A gallery of David 's turnings and those in his personal collection will really stimulate your turning design juices! We highly recommend this book to all people interested in wood turning!! - Woodturning Design Renowned for creating thin-walled bowls and vases, Ellsworth, a first-time author but a recognized artisan and woodworker, authoritatively here reveals the secrets behind his signature style and offers sound advice. The section on stretching and posture, where he addresses muscle strain or back injury during wood turning, is worthy of major praise. Much of what is covered in this book is very advanced stuff but with results of ethereal beauty. Highly recommended for advanced woodworking collections. - Library Journal The book is beautifully illustrated with signature pieces and is not only incredibly comprehensive but also highly visually engaging. - Woodturning Magazine Written in a refreshingly clear, direct style and abundantly illustrated with photos of his (and others') work, Ellsworth's book would make a useful addition to any serious woodturner's library. - Fine Woodworking Best of all, stunning color photographs of Ellsworth's work will inspire artists to unlock the natural beauty hidden below the surface of the wood and themselves. - The Crafts Report A crucial read for a wood-turner and an enlightening read for a woodworker. - Canadian Woodworking , "From the grandfather of contemporary wood-art movement. David Ellsworth provides step-by-step directions for three projects - an open bowel, a natural edged bowl, and a hollow vessel." -Canadian Woodworking Magazine, "The section on stretching and posture, where he addresses muscle strain or back injury during wood turning, is worthy of major praise." -Library Journal, "Best of all, stunning color photographs of Ellsworth's work will inspire artists to unlock the natural beauty hidden below the surface of the wood and themselves." -The Crafts Report, "It would be hard to imagine a woodturner who would not benefit in some way from this carefully written book by one of the great masters of modern woodturning." -Australian Woodworker, "A gallery of David 's turnings and those in his personal collection will really stimulate your turning design juices! We highly recommend this book to all people interested in wood turning!" -Woodturning Design
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
684/.083
Table Of Content
Introduction - The Creative Process...2 Chapter 1 - Working with Green Wood & Dry Wood...6 Chapter 2 - Managing Materials...12 Chapter 3 - Why Turning Tools Work...22 Chapter 4 - Making Tools & Tools Handles...36 Chapter 5 - Sharpening...48 Chapter 6 - Chucks, Glue Blocks & Faceplates...66 Chapter 7 - Design...78 Chapter 8 - The Body...98 Chapter 9 - Turning an Open Bowl with a Cut Rim...108 Chapter 10 - Turning an Open Bowl with a Natural Edge...136 Chapter 11 - Turning the Exterior of a Hollow Form...144 Chapter 12 - Turning the Interior of a Hollow Form...156 Chapter 13 - Turning Spirit Forms...182 Chapter 14 - Jam Chucks & Vacuum Chucks...190 Chapter 15 - Sanding...204 Chapter 16 - Finishing...218 Chapter 17 - Drying Green Wood Vessels...230 Appendix - Teaching...240 Glossary...244 Resources...246
Synopsis
Learn how to bring out the beauty in wood from the grandfather of woodturning, David Ellsworth. He shares masterful techniques for his signature eggshell-thin hollow designs in three projects for a hollow bowl, natural-edge vessel, and pot. A gallery of his work and the pieces in his collection will inspire both new and advanced turners., David Ellsworth is the grandfather of the wood art movement and Ellsworth on Woodturning is the book woodturners worldwide have been waiting for. With this first-ever book from the grandmaster of woodturning, woodworkers and artists can learn to replicate his highly evolved techniques and signature style. Step-by-step directions and crisp, absorbing photos show exactly how Ellsworth creates an open bowl, a natural-edged bowl, and an astounding hollow vessel featuring a tiny opening and coin-thin walls. In sharing his vision, Ellsworth reveals not only his techniques, but the power of the creative process-the feeling of direct engagement with the wood that develops an artist from each project to the next.For anyone new to the lathe, Ellsworth on Woodturning provides expert tips for getting started. Intermediate and advanced turners will appreciate advice on everything from working with green wood to design to tool making and sharpening. Best of all, stunning color photographs of Ellsworth's work will inspire artists to unlock the natural beauty in wood."His work overturned all the deeply held traditions of functionality that had defined turning. For the first time, woodturners were seeing themselves as artists." - Terry Martin & Kevin Wallace, New Masters of Woodturning"A brilliant exposition of the art of woodturning by the premier writer, teacher, and practitioner of the art. It's clear complete, and superbly illustrated." - Jane and Arthur Mason, wood art collectors, Using this first-ever book from an esteemed artist, woodworkers will learn how to replicate Ellsworth's turning techniques in their home workshops by following clear, easy-to-understand instructions from the grandfather of the contemporary wood-art movement. Featuring step-by-step directions for three projects-a hollow bowl, a natural-edge vessel, and a pot-this guide reveals how to correctly position the body so as to increase tool control and prevent back strain while working. For readers new to the lathe, Ellsworth provides tips for mounting objects and making different cuts, including techniques for the "Ellsworth Gouge" tool he created. Intermediate and advanced turners will appreciate the chapter on designing and sharpening their own tools. A gallery of Ellsworth's turnings and those in his personal collection will fuel the fire for artists looking to bring out the natural beauty in wood., David Ellsworth is the grandfather of the wood art movement and Ellsworth on Woodturning is the book woodturners worldwide have been waiting for. With this first-ever book from the grandmaster of woodturning, woodworkers and artists can learn to replicate his highly evolved techniques and signature style. Step-by-step directions and crisp, absorbing photos show exactly how Ellsworth creates an open bowl, a natural-edged bowl, and an astounding hollow vessel featuring a tiny opening and coin-thin walls. In sharing his vision, Ellsworth reveals not only his techniques, but the power of the creative process-the feeling of direct engagement with the wood that develops an artist from each project to the next. For anyone new to the lathe, Ellsworth on Woodturning provides expert tips for getting started. Intermediate and advanced turners will appreciate advice on everything from working with green wood to design to tool making and sharpening. Best of all, stunning color photographs of Ellsworth's work will inspire artists to unlock the natural beauty in wood. "His work overturned all the deeply held traditions of functionality that had defined turning. For the first time, woodturners were seeing themselves as artists." - Terry Martin & Kevin Wallace, New Masters of Woodturning "A brilliant exposition of the art of woodturning by the premier writer, teacher, and practitioner of the art. It's clear complete, and superbly illustrated." - Jane and Arthur Mason, wood art collectors
LC Classification Number
TT201.E45 2008
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