Classes are subject to change however the dates are fixed unless we need to close
june 26th ART WALk 2021
ArtWalk June 26 10am to 4pm
Featured demonstration, Woodturning with Carl Durance. Special display of Pierre Rousseau’s
hand saws made at Great Lakes Tool Works. The Gallery will have objects made from wood and
images of trees by printmakers, photographers and painters.
july 17th basket Making from the Harvest with vita bow
Part II
A one day class to learn the fundamentals of Basket Making.
Safety will be the first consideration with all the tools and the use of the
space. If you have harvested your own materials bring them along. If you need materials for the
basket making they will be supplied for a small fee.
Open to all, maximum 8 people.
$130 + tax $146.90 Material fee $20 if you need materials. Payment the day before with a card at
Intersections Gallery or on the day with cheque or cash in an envelope.
We expect to use the gazebo again which worked so well in 2020
August 27, 28 & 29 WOODTURNiNG with CARL DURANCE
Learn how to transform blocks of wood into beautiful, hand-turned works- of-art. Using a lathe and traditional hand tools, you will be introduced to the two basic forms of woodturning (spindle and bowl turning). Topics will include safety, operation of a lathe, mounting the wood, proper sharpening and use of tools, and finishing of the turned object. Through technique demonstrations and hands-on practice, learn to utilize the lathe to create decorative and/or functional turnings – and create your own unique turned wooden treasures.
3 days 9am to 4pm. Max 4 participants
$260.00 + tax $293.80 Material fee $30
Payment the same day with a card, cheque or cash in an envelope.
september 18 & 19 beginner's woodworking
With Pierre Rousseau, Cabinet maker and saw maker
Fundamental approaches for working wood.
The nature of different woods and how to work them with hand tools will be the focus of this class. Each participant will make a shelved coat rack that demonstrate best tools to use and safe ways of working in the studio workshop. It is simple and easy for beginners to grasp how to get started with woodworking.
$190 + tax $214.70 Material fee.
Payment the same day with a card, cheque or cash in an envelope.
SEPTEMBER 25 & 26 Bonsai Collecting with Kevin Yates
Bonsai Collecting with Kevin Yates, President Bonsai Society of Toronto.
One day workshop on either September 25th or 26th.
Finding the tree and transforming it for an elegant Bonsai. A small group of people will go to private properties to collect trees that can be pruned to become bonsai trees. How to remove them safely, prepare the roots and branches and pot into a starter box will be presented.
A starter box is included. A light lunch of sandwiches is included.
Meet at 8:30am in the public parking lot behind Intersections Wood Gallery and Studio in Owen Sound. A last chance to use the washroom. Then convoy to Bonsai collecting sites.
Open to all, numbers are limited and let us know you will participate. The 24th is full however space remains for Sunday April 25th. Email,
intersctions.gallerystudio@gmail.com
$145 + tax $163.85. Materials $20.00
Payment should be made on the day of the class. Cheque or cash in an envelope would be appreciated. Cards may be used the day before at the Intersections Gallery or the morning of the class.
Kevin Yates is the President of the Bonsai Society of Toronto. He has a sharp eye for trees that will work well as a bonsai, how to prune and plant them securely in the starter box. Kevin is a renowned sculptor collected by major institutions including the National Gallery of Canada. He is a Professor of sculpture at York University and represented by the Susan Hobbs Gallery in Toronto.
october 2 & 3 Birdhaus with Jeff Elie
Course Information
Jeff Elie built the huge Martin house that was in the window of Intersections last summer. It has beeen installed in his garden this spring of 2021. Jeff has a wide range of skills which he is pleased to share with beginners and intermediate level participants.
from 9am to 4 pm. Open to all max six participants
Design and build an elegant “Birdhaus”. Create a unique hardwood birdhouse of your own design using Intersections’ computer-controlled CNC router. Pull it all together using traditional woodworking techniques. No computer skills necessary. Safety will be the first consideration with all the tools and the use of the space. Safety instruction will be given for all process using tools.
$190.00 + tax - $214.70. Materials fee $25. Payment the day before with a card at Intersections Gallery or on the day with cheque or cash in an envelope.
october 24th & 25th M’Wikewedong Woodworking
Pierre Rousseau
Private Class.
novemeber 1 - 6 Week of Woodworking with Pierre Rousseau
The fundamentals for fine woodworking
This class offers a whole week to focus on the skills needed for fine woodworking. A project where traditional skills will deepen your knowledge and know-how while making a beautiful functional side table. You will learn how the tree grows, selecting wood for different projects, work with hand tools, receive instruction on machines, cutting joints and finishing wood.
1 week 9am to 4pm. Max 6 participants
$750.00 + tax, $847.50. $50 material fee.
Payment one week before the class starts with card, cheque, or cash.
november 20 & 21 Designer Lamp with George HarT
Mathematician and Sculptor
Fascinating mathematical forms in a hanging lamp
In this two-day workshop participants will construct a unique sculptural wood lamp designed by George Hart. This hanging lamp will become a beautiful design feature in any home and a sculptural conversation starter. No special skills are needed for this project as only basic techniques are needed to cut, sand, and assemble the lamp components.
$190.00 + tax $214.70. Material fee $20 Open to all, max 6 participants https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_W._Hart
december 4th & 5th spoon making with carl durance
An exploration of carved spoons for the kitchen, the table and dining room.
The spoon is a fundamental implement of the kitchen. Carving a spoon is a simple task and a skill easily learnt. It opens up many possibilities for other applications for carving. The design is subtle and can become a study in sculptural form. The kind of wood used to carve can make the task easy or quite challenging. The class will look at different woods that are best for stirring the pot, serving the recipe or presenting as a refined gift for the holiday season. It is one of the oldest implements found in the home and that makes it a special object of desire when crafted by hand and heart. How we see and feel about spoons is awakened in this timely December class.
$190.00 + tax, $214.70. Material fee $20 Open to all, max 4 participants
April 10-11 Birdhaus with Jeff Elie
Course Information
Jeff Elie built the huge Martin house that was in the window of Intersections last summer. It will be installed in his garden in the spring of 2021. Jeff has a wide range of skills which he is pleased to share with beginners and intermediate level participants.
from 9am to 4 pm. Open to all max six participants
Design and build an elegant “Birdhaus”. Create a unique hardwood birdhouse of your own design using Intersections’ computer-controlled CNC router. Pull it all together using traditional woodworking techniques. No computer skills necessary. Safety will be the first consideration with all the tools and the use of the space. Safety instruction will be given for all process using tools.
$192.10 includes tax. Materials fee $25. Payment the day before with a card at Intersections Gallery or on the day with cheque or cash in an envelope.
MARCH 20 Harvesting for Basket Making with vita bowen
Continued in June, see below
Last Summer the successful Willow Basket Making class was held under the Gazebo at the
Bayshore Park. The weather was perfect and beautiful baskets were made with Vita Bowen. In the
Spring Vita will take participants out to find basket making material. While identifying different
plants will start the session collecting will also be part of the program. Participants may take either
or both classes in March and June. In June the baskets will be made from the collected materials.
If you did not go to the harvest class materials will be supplied through a small material fee.
If you own a wood lot, live in the countryside or just want to get out of the City these workshops
will set you up for a clear understanding of the potential for basket making materials and how to
work with them.
Harvesting for Basket Making March 20th 2021 from 9am to 4pm. Open to all, maximum 8 people.
Physical distancing and mask wearing will be carried out when appropriate. Safety will be the first
consideration with all the tools and the use of the space. Safety instruction will be given for all
process using tools.
$130 + tax $146.90 Material fee $10 Payment the day before with a card at Intersections Gallery
or on the day with cheque or cash in an envelope.
Location for Harvesting to be determined. If you have a woodlot or field returning to woodlot, may
we visit your site?
February 8 -12 Hand Tools with Pierre Rousseau
Proprietor of Great Lakes Tool Works
Make your own hand tools for your studio workshop. It’s the best way to understand how to work with wood and have tools for your workshop for making fine woodworking.
ART Walk 2021
Have a great summer and see you during ArtWalk. Carl Durance will be demonstrating fine woodturning in the studio workshop and Pierre Rousseau will be showing his superb hand made hand saws. The gallery will be showing objects made from wood and images of trees by members and friends of Intersections.
Stay well and plant a tree