August 2017

The focus of Mark’s demonstration was to show the techniques he employs when turning branch wood or small diameter logs. After explaining some of the considerations a turner must think about when using unprepared blanks Mark started on his first piece of the evening out of a length of wet mediterranean pine to turn a natural edge goblet.

After examining the piece of pine, to identify any flaws in the wood,Mark removed large pieces of bark to prevent them flying off when turning begins. .