Thirteen new episodes of “The American Woodshop” will begin airing Saturday, January 19, highlighting a history in wood through custom artisan works.
PARKERSBURG, W. VA. (PRWEB) January 14, 2019 - The American Woodshop co-hosts Scott and Suzy Phillips will focus Season 26 of their long-running PBS television show on a history in wood with custom creations from independent woodshops across the country. Thirteen new episodes, which begin airing Saturday, January 19, will feature the works of artisans in various mediums including woodturning, cabinet construction and carving. Check your local PBS station for airtimes.
The American Woodshop is produced by WBGU-TV in Bowling Green, Ohio, and is sponsored by Woodcraft, Rikon Power Tools, PS Wood Machines, FurnitureBank of Central Ohio, Armor Tool and Woodcraft Magazine.
“Woodcraft’s continued partnership with The American Woodshop is a great fit for us,” said Jack Bigger, President of Woodcraft. “Year after year, Scott and Suzy bring their viewers projects and inspiration for woodworkers of all skill levels. This aligns perfectly with Woodcraft’s mission to provide woodworkers expert education and advice, along with top quality tools and supplies.”
For Scott, who holds a forestry degree from Michigan State University, this season’s focus on appreciating the beauty of wood and all it has to offer is a philosophy that he lives daily. “In today’s world, I challenge anyone to get through a single hour without using wood in some way,” Scott said. “Without wood, the world of art would not be the same. Wood has power!”
For beginner woodworkers as well as those wishing to build their skills, Scott’s advice remains the same: “Express yourself with wood with the reverence it richly deserves!”
Season 26 Projects
In the first episode of Season 26, Beginning Turnings: Wonderful Treasures, Scott and Suzy welcome woodturner Barry Todd, who shares the art of turning boxes as well as his own spin on his latest piece from Malee and Ebony woods. Barry explains his appreciation for wood by saying, “In my opinion, wood itself contributes much to the beauty of the finished piece. The grain, colors, textures and defects all contribute to the story that each piece has to tell.” (2601)
More special guests for Season 26 include Master Carver Raymond Kinman, upcycler Barry Gertner, puzzle maker Tom Lensch and young woodworker Jaida Waggoner.
Other Season 26 episodes include:
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