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Scottsville, NY

Veneering Curved Surfaces

Beginner

Explore the art and craft of applying veneer to curved and sculpted forms. In this two-day intensive, students will learn a range of techniques through demonstrations, short lectures, and hands-on exercises designed to build both confidence and skill.

Working with a variety of tools and methods, you’ll practice:

• Hot iron hammer veneering

• Vacuum veneering for compound and simple curves

• Free-form vacuum bagging techniques

• Making and using curved cauls

• Preparing and softening veneer for bending

• Understanding and choosing the right adhesive

This class is perfect for furniture makers and woodworkers interested in expanding their veneering skills beyond flat work. Whether you’re adding subtle contours or tackling more complex shapes, you’ll leave with the knowledge and experience to approach curved surfaces with precision and creativity.

Class size limited to 12

Course Details

Location18 Maple St, Scottsville, NY 14546, USA
LevelBeginner
Capacity12 students

instructor info

Languages spoken: English

Owain Harris is a self-taught woodworker who operates a furniture studio in Gonic, NH, where he designs and builds custom furnishings for galleries and residential clients. He began his career in wood as a framing carpenter in 1997, and worked as both a finish carpenter and remodeler before moving into the shop full-time in 2008. Owain is a juried member of the League of NH Craftsmen and the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association, where he currently serves as Chair. His work has received multiple awards, including a Pinnacle Award from the International Society of Furniture Designers and a Veneertech Craftsman Challenge Award. Owain has been featured in numerous publications, including Fine Woodworking and NH Home Magazine. Owain shares his passion for furniture making and design through teaching at craft schools and institutions around the country.

location

18 Maple St, Scottsville, NY 14546, USA

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Full refund up to 30 days before starting time. After that, 50% refund up to 5 days before starting time. No refunds after that.

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Free rescheduling up to 24 hours before starting time.

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