In this first issue we visit the shops of great woodworkers and teachers like Marc Adams, who shares some of the secrets of efficient drawermaking, and Paul Schürch, one of the finest and most sought-after veneer artists, who demonstrates the process of veneering panels with filetti. We also spend some close-up time with Nora Hall, one of the best carvers in the country, as she takes us step-by-step through the process of carving what is probably one of the quintessential icons of American furniture: the Newport shell. And when it comes to turning techniques, there are few better teachers than Alan Lacer, who shows us how to use the skew: one of the more useful tools for any turner. WOODWORKING . . . in action!!! also aims to bring you unusual aspects of woodworking, such as the tour in this issue of the Stuart Spector world-class bass-guitar making shop. In addition to these great features that you will return to time-and-time again, you will also find re (more…)