Number of Attendees: 31
Notes:
Mike opened meeting at 7:05 PM
Mike asked about folks who have been since year 1. Two folks
Been through a lot of folks, lot of new folks
Typically have guest speaker we can learn from, get inspiration
New Folks
Howard, live in Riverside. Found out from website
Speaker: Rob Altman (West Berlin)
58, started apprenticeship at 18 for fine furniture
Opened his own shop in 1988, did Philly furniture show, galleries, etc.
Got job in union shop to make a living
Started working with AutoCAD, CNC, etc.
A lot of work at various sites (Wachovia Center, Center City, etc) Got to travel and get trained in a lot
Three years ago went back to working on stuff alone, in Berlin. Started building furniture again (built in, custom furniture, etc.)
Tough three years, small craft shows, etc. Opened a wood store to sell as well. Specialty wood
Equipment includes 53” planer, 24” planer, bandsaw, etc.
Went through pictures of the various items that he did
Over three years, did a lot of epoxy work to pay the bills.
Discussion on what you pay yourself – he quotes roughly $100- $125/hr
Design done with guidance from customer, but he comes up with concept and gets approval
Used Rubio and Titebond glue. Likes the old school shellac finish
Uses a finisher for his work now
Rockler – update your membership to get guild updated so you can get discount
Break
Mike had samples of glues (Titebond)
Survey (John Owen) coming out in next week or two, to get feedback from members on what they want to see, have guild do, etc.
Whole box of dust collection items if folks want it
Motion to change guild rules for board to “at least 2 members”
Treasurer’s report: 39 paid members, $3,683 in account
Next month (April) competition is functional art – you can interpret it whichever way you want
Potential presentation on steam bending/lamination in April as well
Presentations on stools from last month
Next Meeting, Rockler, April 2nd @7 PM
Mike closed meeting out at 8:36 PM
