Event of the Year:
Binh Pho Weekend+
October 8 - 10, 2011
World Class turner Binh Pho is coming to the Bayou Woodturners the 2nd weekend in October and it's going to be spectacular. Deadlines to see and learn from this legendary woodturner are approaching fast.
You can download both forms, the flier and the registration, for full details.
You can download both forms, the flier and the registration, for full details.
| binh_pho_flier_2011_r1.pdf |
| binh_pho_registration_2011_r2.pdf |
Updates and Deadlines
(Updated Tuesday 4 October 2011)
Reminder:
Each Day's Event Begins at 9:00am (Doors open ~8:45am)
All attendees, including those with Advanced Reservations, will be admitted via check-in at the door. Anyone who has paid by check can expect their check to be deposited and processed later this week.
Remember to review the Flier and/or Registration Form for all other details or contact an event organizer for anything else we can answer about this upcoming weekend's activities.
Please Note: If you're attending Saturday and can arrive early (near 7:00am or any time well before 8:45) to assist with setting up the room and demo equipment, please contact Tres or Paul right away.
Advanced Registration Deadline Extended:
(to 6:00pm Wed 5 October 2011)
Good news if you need a little extra time to decide.
Dinner with the Artist:
This is a new, optional feature we've never offered before--the opportunity to enjoy the company of fellow turners and our Guest Artist at Dinner following Saturday's demonstrations. Since this dinner has been set up so each person or group orders and pays separately, extra family members or travel companions who aren't attending the Event are welcome to join everyone for Dinner with the Artist. Just note the number of diners in your party on the Registration Form and get your form submitted ASAP so we know how many tables to set aside.
If you missed our September meeting where it was officially announced, then you'll want to know the location for this Dinner is the covered Deck area* adjacent to the waterway and overlooking Lake Maurepas at Middendorf's Restaurant. Simply take the Pass Manchac exit off I-55 (Google Map directions), roughly a 45 minute drive from our Harahan venue. Middendorf's is extremely popular with residents across the entire metro area and less well known among visitors to New Orleans, but renowned for their catfish filets (served thick or thin) as well as other seafood dishes. As you can see from their menu, there's also plenty of other delicious fare for those who prefer something other than seafood.
Since everyone can arrive and leave independently, to provide time to pick up those extra family members or travel companions, we'll allow about an hour following the conclusion of Saturday's demos, although nothing is critical except knowing how many folks plan to participate. Dress is casual and based on the weather, which tends to moderate a little at this time of year.
At last report, the head count for this Dinner is not as high as I would have expected, which means those who do attend can expect lots of "face time" with Binh and fellow attendees. Even at double the count, this should be one of the most memorable occasions you'll ever experience as a woodturner.
*In the event the Deck is closed due to inclement weather, participants will be seated at tables inside the main restaurant. Middendorfs will attempt to keep everyone together, but cannot guarantee adjacent tables due to other diners who may have already been seated.
Each Day's Event Begins at 9:00am (Doors open ~8:45am)
All attendees, including those with Advanced Reservations, will be admitted via check-in at the door. Anyone who has paid by check can expect their check to be deposited and processed later this week.
Remember to review the Flier and/or Registration Form for all other details or contact an event organizer for anything else we can answer about this upcoming weekend's activities.
- Tres Lennep: Equipment, Supplies, Setup, and related logistics
- Ron D'Aunoy: Registration Status and Check-In
- Rick Myers: Publicity, Venue, Ancillary Events, Meals, and anything else not previously described
Please Note: If you're attending Saturday and can arrive early (near 7:00am or any time well before 8:45) to assist with setting up the room and demo equipment, please contact Tres or Paul right away.
Advanced Registration Deadline Extended:
(to 6:00pm Wed 5 October 2011)
Good news if you need a little extra time to decide.
Dinner with the Artist:
This is a new, optional feature we've never offered before--the opportunity to enjoy the company of fellow turners and our Guest Artist at Dinner following Saturday's demonstrations. Since this dinner has been set up so each person or group orders and pays separately, extra family members or travel companions who aren't attending the Event are welcome to join everyone for Dinner with the Artist. Just note the number of diners in your party on the Registration Form and get your form submitted ASAP so we know how many tables to set aside.
If you missed our September meeting where it was officially announced, then you'll want to know the location for this Dinner is the covered Deck area* adjacent to the waterway and overlooking Lake Maurepas at Middendorf's Restaurant. Simply take the Pass Manchac exit off I-55 (Google Map directions), roughly a 45 minute drive from our Harahan venue. Middendorf's is extremely popular with residents across the entire metro area and less well known among visitors to New Orleans, but renowned for their catfish filets (served thick or thin) as well as other seafood dishes. As you can see from their menu, there's also plenty of other delicious fare for those who prefer something other than seafood.
Since everyone can arrive and leave independently, to provide time to pick up those extra family members or travel companions, we'll allow about an hour following the conclusion of Saturday's demos, although nothing is critical except knowing how many folks plan to participate. Dress is casual and based on the weather, which tends to moderate a little at this time of year.
At last report, the head count for this Dinner is not as high as I would have expected, which means those who do attend can expect lots of "face time" with Binh and fellow attendees. Even at double the count, this should be one of the most memorable occasions you'll ever experience as a woodturner.
*In the event the Deck is closed due to inclement weather, participants will be seated at tables inside the main restaurant. Middendorfs will attempt to keep everyone together, but cannot guarantee adjacent tables due to other diners who may have already been seated.
| middendorfs_directions.pdf |
Monday Hands-On Class:
All unfilled slots for the Hands-On Class previously held in reserve for members of The Bayou Woodturners are now available for registration by non-members, based on the order deposits are received until all remaining slots are filled. Slots are currently still available.
While attendees are welcome to bring their own turned items, no turning will be done as part of the class. Instead, the class will utilize thin plywood sheets to practice the piercing, airbrush, and other techniques covered.
Student-supplied Class Materials
Other Optional Student-supplied Class Materials (if you don't have these, Binh will have some to share)
Remaining items for the class (will be supplied by the Bayou Woodturners)
All unfilled slots for the Hands-On Class previously held in reserve for members of The Bayou Woodturners are now available for registration by non-members, based on the order deposits are received until all remaining slots are filled. Slots are currently still available.
While attendees are welcome to bring their own turned items, no turning will be done as part of the class. Instead, the class will utilize thin plywood sheets to practice the piercing, airbrush, and other techniques covered.
Student-supplied Class Materials
- One or more images, copied (for transfer onto practice item)
- Standard X-Acto knife (example)
- Low-tack masking tape (1/2-, 1-, and 2-inch widths recommended)
- Optional: Pre-turned bowl, vessel, or platter (1/16-inch wall thickness, 3- to 6-inch dia.)
Other Optional Student-supplied Class Materials (if you don't have these, Binh will have some to share)
- Piercing tool (NSK recommended)
- Double action air brush (IWATA recommended)
- Golden Airbrush Colors - Transparent, set of 10 colors (example, bottom of page)
- Airbrush cleaner
- Low tack frisket (an example, but unknown whether better alternatives are available)
- Airbrush holder
Remaining items for the class (will be supplied by the Bayou Woodturners)
- 1/16-inch Birch plywood, approx 8 x 12 inches
- Compressed air for piercing and airbrush tools
- "C" clamps
- Lacquer and sanding sealer, spray cans (optional)
- 320 grit sandpaper
- (additional) Low tack masking tape (1/2-, 1-, and 2-inch widths recommended)
More Upcoming Events
Saturday, October 29th
PMC Machinery's 4th Annual Extravaganza (near Hammond, LA)
Now signing up Bayou Woodturners who would like to promote their club by demonstrating the art and craft of woodturning for others attending this event. In addition to recruiting new members, participants can expect to be well fed and are eligible for the many door prizes PMC is giving away throughout the day. More details here as they become available.
PMC Machinery's 4th Annual Extravaganza (near Hammond, LA)
Now signing up Bayou Woodturners who would like to promote their club by demonstrating the art and craft of woodturning for others attending this event. In addition to recruiting new members, participants can expect to be well fed and are eligible for the many door prizes PMC is giving away throughout the day. More details here as they become available.
Saturday, November 12th
Regular Monthly Bayou Woodturners Meeting (Harahan Sr. Center)
Demonstration(s): TBD
Challenge: Ornaments
Regular Monthly Bayou Woodturners Meeting (Harahan Sr. Center)
Demonstration(s): TBD
Challenge: Ornaments