Overview
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Explore the intricate process of creating wood turned segmented spheres in this 29-minute video tutorial. Learn how to construct dodecahedrons using a gradient of wood colors, from gluing wood strips to cutting triangles and forming pentagons. Discover the techniques for assembling the 12-sided shapes and using a CNC machine to rough out a sphere. Master the art of wood turning to achieve a perfectly finished sphere using walnut, cherry, and maple woods. Gain insights into the tools and equipment needed, including CNC routers and specialized woodturning tools. Follow along with the step-by-step process, from initial wood preparation to the final turning and finishing touches.
Syllabus
introduction
making strips
making triangles
making pentagons
making dodecahedrons
wood turning
conclusion
Taught by
frank howarth