Wood Lathe Sampler: Turning Tops and Bud Vases (9/22/2025, 6-8pm)


Wood Lathe Sampler: Turning Tops and Bud Vases (9/22/2025, 6-8pm)


September 22, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm


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$45


Wood Lathe Sampler: Turning Tops and Bud Vases
with Tyler Smith
Experience Level: Beginner, no prior experience needed
Monday September 22, 6-8pm, (1 session)

Ages 18+ (Please contact us at dsegerstrom@paramountarts.org if you have a younger student interested in participating)

Experience the amazing world of woodturning as you experiment with a variety of wood chisels to create simple cuts and learn beginner level techniques!

Though this class is simply designed to offer an introduction to techniques and the safely using tools and the lathe, you will create a both a fun spinning top and a simple decorative bud vase1

All materials included in the cost of tuition

*Please note that this class will be held at the Paramount Tech Site in Waite Park, MN:
Paramount Technical Site
248 33rd Avenue South
Waite Park, MN 56387

Please Wear Clothing with Safety in Mind:

For your safety, please do not wear clothing with loose or flowing fabric or loose jewelry, including bracelets and necklaces. Long hair should tied back.
 
There will be safety gear including face shields, dust masks, and hearing protection available at the Tech Site. 

Studio Practices- What to Expect While You Are Creating with Us!

The Paramount Center for the Arts welcomes all people to the Studios with the expectation of inclusion and respect towards all, including yourself, fellow students, instructors, staff and volunteers.

Instructor Prep Time: Please allow your instructor time to prepare your classroom; if you arrive more than 15 minutes earlier than the class start time, please explore one of our onsite exhibition spaces or wait in the Lobby in the Visual Arts Department.

Cleaning: Please help keep the Studios a welcoming space by cleaning up your area before departing the building.

Weather Closures:  In the event of severe weather, the Visual Arts Department will update the phone messages on the Information Desk (320) 257-3125, announce closures on the Paramount website homepage, and will communicate via email to any students whose class meeting time is impacted by the closure





September 22, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Paramount Technical Site

248 33rd Avenue SouthWaite Park, MN 56387United States