Comments

1. 
   jareed | Jan 19, 2018 01:07pm | #1

   In my humble opinion, one of the best instruction video series ever produced, thank you Fine Woodworking and thank you David Fisher.

2. 
   user-3155245 | Jan 21, 2018 07:51am | #2

   Hello David,

   thanks for this wonderful videos. I had learned a lot about carving. Your special showing the process gave me a deep understanding. Very good explaining. This will be one of my next projects: a bowl.

   Sicerly

   Uwe Adler, Holzpassion, Germany

3. 
   Geir | Jan 25, 2018 12:13pm | #3

   Agree. One of the best videos ever. Thanks a lot.

   Geir, Norway

4. 
   shaker49 | Jan 25, 2018 09:37pm | #4

   What a great series of videos. Thank you David and FWW.

   One question. Once you start hollowing a bowl, how do you prevent cracks from developing if you need to put it aside for a day or two?

5. 
   DaveFisherPA | Jan 26, 2018 07:41am | #5

   shaker49: Good question. Just keep it in a plastic garbage bag between carving sessions to prevent any drying.

6. 
   user-5393046 | Jan 29, 2018 12:13am | #6

   A great video. A real master and an oustanding teacher. Thank you!

7. 
   wpick | Feb 20, 2018 04:50pm | #7

   Thanks Dave for sharing your expertise! I learned a lot. You're a great teacher!

8. 
   graydane | Mar 12, 2018 09:18am | #8

   It's beautiful to watch an artist work. Thank you Dave.

9. 
   Sanjeev | Jun 03, 2018 08:11pm | #9

   What a great series! David Fisher is not only a great artist but also an outstanding teacher. Thank you for bringing this to us.

10. 
    Slivers_by_Dave | Aug 09, 2018 05:39pm | #10

    Dave, I’ve been a woodworker for many years and just started playing with green woods. Your series is excellent and very timely. I’m from western Canada where finding the hardwoods is a bit more challenging, but all part of the adventure.
    Thank you.

11. 
    RUNK | Oct 30, 2018 09:39am | #11

    This was one of the best videoes that I have had the pleasure of watching. Dave is an excellent artist and a great teacher. I am intreged enough to look into this approach. I will be looking at this video again. Thanks for the lessons.

12. 
    kerrar | Dec 02, 2018 08:26am | #12

    A wonderful video series. Perfectly taught and incredibly well shot (the videographers deserve much credit!). It was great to see a bowl take shape in real time.

13. 
    TKerestes | Dec 19, 2018 09:38am | #13

    Obviously, tools are very important. Not only the sharpness, but the actual brand. Is there anyway, we can get a list of recommended tools (various brands) and sharping advice?
    Thanks

1. 
   DaveFisherPA | Aug 03, 2021 08:27pm | #19

   I know this is a late reply, but I have links for those questions on my website here: https://davidffisher.com/resources/frequently-asked-questions/ You can also send me an email at [email protected]
   Thank you.

14. 
    user-7337427 | Feb 21, 2019 09:55pm | #14

    I haven't tried a project like this yet, but spent each evening after work this week being inspired, educated, and calmed by this lovely series. Thanks!

15. 
    mudcat | Feb 23, 2019 05:23pm | #15

    I agree with all of the positive comments. Also, hats off to Taunton and Fine Woodworking. It took a lot of guts to go all in on digital production, and now we have the pleasure of watching David and all of the other masters at work. Thank you.

16. 
    Dewars18 | Jul 26, 2019 06:49pm | #16

    very informative videos....David Fisher you are a great carver as well as a great teacher, you went right down to the smallest of details..... you have gained great knowledge over the years.....thank you for sharing...

    Bob Mason
    Kenosha, Wi.

17. 
    user-7794379 | Dec 16, 2020 11:00am | #17

    Really nice series. I like how each step is explained in detail and shot from different angles. Thank you.

18. 
    user-7819560 | Feb 12, 2021 08:20pm | #18

    David you are a great teacher. I've started making bowls myself, and would like to eventually sell them at craft fairs. I'm wondering how to price them. Do you have any advise? Thanks. Bill Posey Manson, WA.

1. 
   DaveFisherPA | Aug 03, 2021 08:38pm | #20

   That is a great idea. When I first started selling my bowls, it was at local craft shows where I could set up a 10 x 10 tent for less than $100 fee for the spot, sometimes $25, sometimes free since I was able to demonstrate and the craft fair folks saw that as a draw. Anyway, pricing was, is, always a tough call on things like this. There are many factors including time spent, local market, overall quality of the final piece. You really can't go by a simple time formula. You may spend twice as much time on a piece, but it happens to not turn out as the other one.
   I would suggest starting out at your first event by charging the lowest amount you'd be happy to accept for what you've done. If things go well, then you can gradually raise your prices for later shows. First and foremost, make sure you enjoy making them and interacting with the folks who are interested at the shows. It will make a difference for many people.