Design and Build Your Own Wood Project- New!

Design and Build Your Own Wood Project- New!

Adult Multi-Week | This class is completed

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Woodshop

Intermediate

4/2/2019-5/7/2019

6:00 PM-9:00 PM EDT on Tue

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$165.00

$148.50

$25.00

$15.00

Do you have a wood or furniture project in mind but need help in design, construction, wood selection or building techniques? This class is designed to help you through that process. Submit your ideas and pictures two weeks before classes start and we can work together to make your vision a reality.

  • Previous woodworking experience is necessary.
  • Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
  • Projects will need to be approved by the instructor. We will help you with wood selection and provide materials as necessary. Projects should be "moderate" in size and complexity such that there is a reasonable chance of completing it in the 6-week period, or more if you can take advantage of free studio time which comes with the class.
Rickey, Mark

Based in Richmond, VA, Mark has worked in wood for over 40 years. His work has included traditional designs inspired by antique furniture, contemporary pieces and furniture using repurposed materials. Mark has built custom furniture for several churches throughout Virginia, including altars, ambos, presider’s chairs and other pieces. In the last several years, a portion of his work has migrated toward natural edge furniture design, exploring the integration of the wood’s innate form with the functionality of art furniture. Most recently, he has been developing his “Twisted” series which incorporates bent and twisted laminations in everyday furniture pieces. He teaches woodworking at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond and The John C. Campbell Folk School in North Carolina. Mark’s studio is in Richmond where he shares his space with talented woodworkers, furniture makers and a luthier. Beautiful furniture and music emanate from his studio as a result. Instagram: @mark.rickey