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New to Turning. Is symposium to advanced

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Is the symposium in Louisville geared toward advanced turners or would someone new get much out of it. I am talking about the full 3 day.

Dave
 
Dave,
I do not know how far you have to go to get to the symposium - but I think they are worth it. I turned for a couple of years before I even found out about AAW. Then I went to the symposium in Davis (I only lived 50 miles away at the time). Had a ball. There is too much info to absorb it all - but you will learn something. There are sessions for all levels. I am going about 2/3s the way across the country to get there this year. My wife gets a vacation out of it and it is great fun.
Hugh
 
My experience is that there are a variety of levels of demos during the formal time. Informally, you will find people amazingly helpful. The vendor area is not to be missed as some of the best turners in the world are showing off new products and lathes. I actually think the Convention is better for new folks as it is all fresh. After a while, the demos become a bit redundant and your real reason for going is for the comraderie.
Get to Louisville is my bottom line advice. The first national convention you go to will be very special as you will learn a great deal and meet some even greater people.
David Gallowau
 
new to turning

Last year I went to the symposium after only turning for six months. I loved it and would highly recommend you attend. There were demonstrations on simple bowl design and turning rough and green wood bowls. Even the more advanced sessions had plenty of tips for the beginner. I walked away a much better turner and plan on doing the same this year. You will not regret it!
Matt
 
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