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Michael demonstrates construction techniques to make his original design, the "Number One Chair", using
hand tools in combination with stationary tools. In this class, Michael works with students teaching a system of
chair construction he has developed using Sam Maloof’s joint integration. Each student starts with a set of wooden
blocks prepared by Michael in his shop. He demonstrates a system of construction and leg seat joinery based on
the use of a table saw, band saw, router and simple hand tools. Michael seeks to impart practical knowledge to
the student by using hand tools. After this five day class, students leave with their chair, and the experiential
knowledge which enables them to create chairs at home.
During one and two-day workshops Michael assembles a chair in block form and discusses how these blocks, once assembled,
can be transformed into a comfortable chair. Key considerations: seat to back relationship, comfort, design elements
when creating your own chair, selection of appropriate woods and grain considerations.
Finished chairs are on display for hands-on viewing. Michael equips students with the knowledge and experience
needed to design their own chairs.
Week long, hands-on classes
are provided at the Doerr Woodworking Studio in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Students follow Michael in constructing
their own chair from a set of blocks prepared in advance for them. Upon completion they will leave the class with
the chair they have constructed. The week long course is limited to one or two student participants, and is available
by appointment.
2007-08 Teaching Schedule:
Arrowmont School
March 9-15, 2008
"New Number One" chair class with Michael A. Doerr
Learn to make a comfortable and contemporary chair
Michael Doerr Studio
Private Chair Making Workshops
Mid-August through early December
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Call to schedule: 920.743.5631
Pro Shop: When the teacher becomes the student
Passing along your knowledge brings you more than just some
extra cash
By Michael Doerr
Woodshop News November 2004
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