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James Thurman, a metalsmithing faculty member, discusses the art of metal spinning. Metal spinning uses tools to form metal blanks rotating on a lathe. Thurman demonstrates how he spins aluminum into cowboy hat pins. He provides safety tips and encourages others to experiment with metal spinning by incorporating it into their own work. Examples of his experiments with perforated blanks and different techniques are shown. Resources for learning more about metal spinning are included.
- Author
- Jose Luis Araoz Platero Orfebre
- Language
- EN