The northwest woodworking studio a school for woodworking

The Northwest Woodworking Studio is a school dedicated to teaching the art and the craft of woodworking. We welcome people of all abilities and backgrounds to come and use their hands and eyes and hearts in one of our most basic pursuits: building.

Windsor Chair Curtis Buchanan

Windsor Chairmaking with Curtis Buchanan

The Windsor chair is a symbol of old style American craftsmanship. Come to Portland this summer and learn traditional chairmaking techniques with Curtis Buchanan, one of this country’s best Windsor makers. There are still a few spots left in this workshop. Sign up soon to guarantee your place at the bench.

Registration is open for the terms listed below.
Some classes may be full but waiting lists are available.


Spring 2008
Summer 2008
Garden Bench Art Nouveau Carving


" Tools have magic. There is magic in their grip. The older the tool seemingly the more magic there is." Studio Director, Gary Rogowski		  

The Northwest Woodworking Studio and Director Gary Rogowski recently appeared on
OPB's Oregon Art Beat.
Click here to watch the video.

   Check out Gary's new blog here.

 

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1002 SE 8th Ave Portland OR 97214
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Gary and Buck

Gary and Buck

9-15-89 to 8-6-03