Curt Theobald Demonstrator
Bio
My desire for less concrete and more creative woodwork landed me in a production cabinet shop. I soon became shop foreman. While working at the cabinet shop I noticed an old Shopsmith lathe sitting in the corner. This was the very same vintage machine that my dad owned and let me use to turn wood during my high school years. I purchased it, which began my addiction to woodturning. Through a magazine article I discovered segmented turning. All I could think about was gluing wood together and turning on the Shopsmith. This passion consumed my every spare moment.
My current body of work utilizes the passion for assembly I learned at an early age. The technical challenges I create for myself in working from vision to object provide great satisfaction. My goal is to speak to the viewer of my work through the intricacies of the wood grain. The emotion the wood can convey through the use of the grain of the material as it works in harmony with the shape of the forms is compelling. It invites the viewer along on a journey - a journey of a deeper, more contemplative experience.
Creations
Presentations
Elements of design
Making a high quality segmented piece is not just about learning techniques. I must also be a pleasing design. Curt will walk you through the various principles to consider when designing a piece and show you the work of other talented artists.
Beyond the round
Not all segmented pieces need to be round. Sculptural designs can add a whole new dimension to your work. Get inspired and see some pieces that Curt has designed and how he accomplished them.
History of Segmenting
Curt has been involved in segmenting since the 90’s and has had the opportunity to meet many of the early innovators in our field. This is an excellent rotation, Curt will walk you through the evolution of segmenting from its early days into the 2000’s.
Turning Stone
Looking for a new challenge? Here it is. Curt will take you through the steps to create and turn segmented pieces made from stone.