Introduction to the Woodshop: Ease through Hands-on Understanding
Square ONE | July 6–10
Stomé, by Kelly Harris, 2020. Solid walnut with mortise and tenon construction. The two drawers are made w/ hand cut dovetails. finished with Rubio Monocoat 60” x 30” x 27” Drawesr: 10'' x 15'' x 2 1/2”. Photo by Kelly Harris, edited by Catharine Hunsburger.
This immersive workshop is an introduction to the wood studio, focused on safe tool use and understanding each machine's purpose. Through practice, demonstrations, and design discussions, we will explore project planning, material sourcing, and tool safety. Emphasizing a thoughtful, safe workflow, the workshop will foster a supportive environment where we can develop foundational skills and confidence, setting the stage for further exploration in woodworking. Exclusive for beginners.
Kelly Harris(she/her) is a Brooklyn-based furniture maker, hand tool maker, and educator specializing in custom furniture and home objects. A graduate of North Bennet Street School, she combines her studies in political science, gender studies, and decades of trade experience to teach woodworking nationwide. Harris's work focuses on solid joinery and functionality, with a design aesthetic that is both elegant and bold, creating pieces that are as thoughtful as they are functional.