Welcome to my New Blog!

My name is Robert Gauthier and I am pleased to announce the launch of my Exotic Woodworking Blog. I have developed some interesting techniques over the years that I will share with all of you. My current work is a collection of segmented vessels made of the most beautiful hardwoods in the world. Using a large Canadian lathe from the Oneway Co. I am able to make vases as long as 6ft., maybe more.
I live and work in Sebastopol, California and The Sea Ranch, California. Our sons are grown up and my wife and I agree that Sonoma County was a good choice to raise our family. Most of the year offers fine weather, which is crucial for this kind of woodworking. Regulating temperature and humidity in my shop is quite easy all year-round.
Northern California is also abundant with recreation, another requirement when doing such exhausting work. Since my woodart has become architectural in size and design, I have noticed a much greater need to take advantage of all the eco-tourism my area has to offer. For example, the rugged coast teams with wildlife and vast isolated beaches. Daily doses of fresh air are crucial after breathing dust. Even with my top notch dust collection system, I am sure small particles make there way on my skin and yes, my lungs. The benefits are not only environmental here, but the whole San Francisco Bay Area boasts cultural activities and food choices from all over the world.
Check in next week and read all about some of my favorite woods. I'll discuss wenge, bubinga and others. The pros and cons certain woods and what to expect from them.

Tip of the week: Always work in a well ventilated area if indoors. Protect your lungs at all costs, sparing no expense when setting up your dust collection system.

Shout Out of the week: Kudos to the brand new Tri-Point Medical Center in Ohio. Thank you for including my art in your state-of-art facility!