Tutorials

Tutorials

Tips, Tricks & Techniques

The best way to learn woodturning is to observe and listen to an expert. Seeing the woodturning work before your very eyes will help you become more proficient. Whether you want to improve your woodturning, power carving, or sharpening skills, watching Nick will help you understand how to take on these projects with in-depth tips, tricks, and techniques.

Power carving with Nick Agar

Nick demonstrates power carving using the Merlin 2 angle grinder and its various accessories and then finishes up by embellishing surfaces with his Chroma Craft Signature products.

Sharpening System for Woodturners - An Introduction

Nick introduces you to the Tormek T8 low speed sharpening system and its variety of jigs that enable you to accurately reproduce your specific grinds for your woodworking tools.

Tormek’s Grinding Wheels for the Woodturner

Nick discusses the 5 available grinding wheels available for the Tormek T8 slow speed sharpening system.

Tips & Tricks – Sharpening Techniques for Woodturners

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Wood Turning, Spiraling & Decorating

Nick demonstrates surface embellishment using Robert Sorby’s spiraling and texturing tools.

How-To Series with Nick

How to sharpen bowl & spindle gouges - Tormek SVD-186 Gouge Jig

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How to sharpen roughing gouges, skews & parting tools – Tormek SVS-50 Multi Jig

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How to sharpen scrapers & cutters – Tormek SVD

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How to sharpen on the side of the Diamond Wheels – Tormek MB-100 Multi Base

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Gouges - Form, use & sharpening - DICTUM tutorials with Nick

Spindle Gouges

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Bowl Gouges

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Detail Gouges

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Roughing-out Gouges

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Visit The Studios

You’re invited to come and spend an inspiring time at the exciting new “Nick Agar Studios” in Brooklet near Savannah GA. Many aspects of wood turning, sculpture, pyrography, airbrushing and wood art are taught at this unique setup by Nick Agar and other renowned teachers and artists.

Nick Agar - Visit The Studios - Brooklet, Georgia

Attend Woodworking Events With Nick

Enrich your woodworking pursuit. Here is a list of upcoming Expos, Demos, Cruises, Conferences, Workshops, and Symposiums. Find the ideal destination that inspires you and establish a connection with the woodworking community.

Book your woodturning class today!

Nick Agar - Book Your Class Today!

Don’t miss your chance to learn from a world class instructor. Nick's classes address a broad range of skills & abilities.