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What a weekend!

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What a weekend!

Greg W. in NC

>This had to be one of the best woodturning weekends I've had! First, our Hickory woodturning club hosted Chris Stott for an all day demo. Excellent! I was sitting right in front of the lathe, and when he started that off-center turning, well, I had to go take pictures from another angle (behind him)! :-) Terry Daniels posted a message a couple of weeks ago about Chris, and I second his positive comments about Chris!

Next, I was fortunate enough to spend a day with him in a class. There were 6 of us taking this class. Chris is not only a wonderful turner, but a master teacher as well! Ever the gentleman, he quickly and dutifully pointed out mistakes, room for improvement, etc - but all in a positive light. What an inspiration!

If any of you get a chance to see him demo, or better yet, to take a class with him, do it!

Re: What a weekend!

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I know the feeling!

Tony Reynolds in Newark, Ohio

>I went over to Columbus on Saturady to an all day demo by David Ellsworth. Wow, what an exceptionally gracious and friendly person. Along with the demo he took the time to answer tons of questions, had a mini instant gallery and did critques. The info was enlightening. While there, they made an announcement that someone couldn't make the next days hands on class. I was lucky enough to be the one to go. Lots more questions and answers, instructions and just a general great time. I came home beat, suffering from almost information overload, but I think better for the experience. If you ever have the opportunity to see one of David's demos, jump on it with both feet!!

Tony

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