A Turning Story

Steve Hanson RPT

Steve joined a small team of instructors in a training center for adults with
learning difficulties in 1993. His primary roll was to teach basic
woodworking skills to his students. In the corner of the workshop was
a redundant lathe which rekindled Steve's enthusiasm which had been
quelled by a less than encouraging school teacher.
Steve now had the opportunity to rediscover this interest at his
own pace without unneeded criticism and discouragement.
Within a year Steve was competing and placing along side some of Britain's
best turners. He sold his work on the craft fair circuit and in local shops and galleries.

The Turning Tree
After Steve's initial success he chose the name The Turning Tree
to reflect what he did. In fact what most turners do; turn pieces of tree
in to works of art, functional kitchen ware, and gifts of distinction.
Occasionally of course they are turned in to ornate firewood.

The Turning Tree has evolved now as of 1994 Steve decided
to offer private tuition in his own workshop. He has been doing
this successfully as he continued to develop and improve his own work.
The development of The Turning Tree has continued as has Steve and his work.
The Turning Tree moved to Mid Wales in 2002
Many things influenced this decision Steve's love
for the mountains of Wales. His desire to turn and teach full time,
and not least the cost of property in Wales. In 2004 Steve and The Turning Tree
Moved again now to France this will be a permanent move but one which will
make an all encompassing difference to Steve and his work. Look out for a new link
to a site which will tell the story of our adventures in France its not just about
woodturning.

The Register of Professional Turners
Steve was entered on the register of professional turner as of 3rd April 2003