James Thurman - Metal Spinning on the Lathe

Part 1 - Introduction, tools, annealing, and basic technique
Part 2 - More spinning techniques and metal finishing

James Thurman is an Associate Professor at the University of North Texas’ College of Visual Arts & Design, where he is faculty in both 3D Foundations and Metalsmithing/Jewelry. A highly active studio artist for nearly twenty years, his work has been included in hundreds of national and international curated and juried exhibitions as well as ten solo exhibitions in the past ten years.

James has been incorporating handspun metal components in his jewelry and tableware for over twenty years. Most pieces are one-of-a-kind designs that utilize uncommon spinning techniques like deliberate rippling, compression, and use of pre-perforated metal. Recently, he has been using increasing amounts of pewter in his metalwork.

Our club meets the first Monday of each month in Denton, Texas in the Center for the Visual Arts (Corner of Hickory and Belle Streets) at 7PM. All are welcome to attend!!

http://www.goldentrianglewoodturners.org