In this workshop each student will build their own side table, custom designed for this class to highlight different aspects of carving and shaping solid wood. Construction will be accomplished through a combination of both hand and power tools. Although a design and material cut list will be provided for this project, there will be room for individual expression. Brian will discuss ways to construct an overall form within a piece of furniture consisting of multiple parts and pieces through the blending of soft edges and hard lines. Topics covered will include design considerations with curves, practical ways to achieve precise layout and joinery in curvilinear workpieces, tools and techniques for carving and shaping wood, as well as glue-up tips and tricks.