In this second session of Traditional Forms and Contemporary Ideas, Michael will focus on vessels. Drawing inspiration from traditional forms, students will create unique objects on the lathe by adding and subtracting, bending and carving material. Instruction will include adding legs, lids and handles as well as turning end and flat grain wood. Students will experiment with unconventional techniques, such as cutting apart and reassembling work in new ways. Surface design and personal expression will also be covered, as well as clean cutting techniques using cutting tools, hollowing tools and hook tools. Several other turning and green wood working courses will be on campus simultaneously, which promises informal evening sessions, fostering creative collaboration and conversation. Students will be invited to participate in an Open Shop day on Sunday, October 30 for no additional tuition; details in summer of 2016.