Shavings & Sawdust
Woodworker West|July - August, 2019

58th International Art Exhibition

Shavings & Sawdust

WOODWORK AT THE VENICE BIENNALE 2019

The 58th International Art Exhibition, Venice Biennale 2019, opened May 11 and runs thru Nov. 24, throughout Venice, Italy. The festival consists of 89 national pavilions, 21 collateral events, and 79 invited artist exhibitions. The theme is May You Live In Interesting Times, the inventive English translation of a Chinese curse. And many of the works exhibited embody interpretations of current political issues. Here are three examples in which wood was the primary media.

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Education: 2022 Design Emphasis

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Profile: Leo Litto
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Profile: Leo Litto

Leo Litto of Austin, TX is an award-winning maker of heirloom quality furniture. Here is Leo's story, in his own words:

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Tools & Techniques
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Tools & Techniques

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Profile: John P. McCormack
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Profile: John P. McCormack

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November - December 2019
From David Marks Studio- Patina Applications & Questions
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From David Marks Studio- Patina Applications & Questions

For years, many of you have read my discussions about gilding and chemical patination techniques, but are unsure about its application to your own work. I'd like to share a recent email from Sandra Walkin of Louisiana, who took my Gilding & Chemical & Patination class and a 2-day private class in 2015:

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November - December 2019
Education: NW Woodworking Studio
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Education: NW Woodworking Studio

Education: NW Woodworking Studio

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November - December 2019
Tools & Techniques Small Shop Design
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Tools & Techniques Small Shop Design

Tools & Techniques Small Shop Design

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March-April, 2017
From David Marks Studio Answering Reader's Questions
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From David Marks Studio Answering Reader's Questions

From David Marks Studio Answering Reader's Questions

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March-April, 2017
Profile: Marco Cecala
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Profile: Marco Cecala

Marco Cecala of Phoenix, AZ is a talented craftsman, beginning a transition into full-time furnituremaking. Here is Marco’s story, in his own words:

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Turning Topics AAW Members' Exhibition
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Turning Topics AAW Members' Exhibition

Continuum

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