President's Message

Welcome to the Segmented Woodturners, an online chapter of the American Association of Woodturners, founded in 2009. Our community of more than 500 members is dedicated to advancing segmented woodturning through education, inspiration, and the exchange of ideas.

We strive to be the premier international organization supporting both the art and craft of segmented turning—for everyone from beginners to experienced studio artists. Our membership includes a rich mix of skill levels and creative perspectives.

Our mission is to provide a first-class online experience, including:

A forum for asking questions and sharing techniques
An extensive members’ gallery showcasing thousands of segmented pieces
A growing archive of resources designed to inspire and educate

To learn more about what our chapter offers, visit the About page at the top of the screen. Membership is just $25 per year, giving you full access to our content and community. We invite you to join us—everyone is welcome!

Al Miotke

President, Segmented Woodturners

Photo of the Week

Lighthouse

By Glenn Jorgenson

Doug Drury said "The graceful curve and use of veneer to form the massive blocks of the tower is what sets this lighthouse apart from its peers. The railing section, top, and base all tying together because of the choice of woods make this lighthouse shine out."

See replies in Gallery

Meet the Member

Jess Parrett

Cincinnati, Ohio

I’ve been creating segmented turnings for more than ten years. After completing entry-level projects such as pens, bottle stoppers, and kit-based pieces, I became captivated by segmenting. Green turning never appealed to me because I was too impatient to wait months for the wood to dry... See More

Segmenting News

1. The October Technical Guide has been posted. It is an update on #5 Building a Stave Sled. Members can find it in Resources under the Technical Guides Category.

2. The next SWT bi-monthly Zoom Meeting program for members will be January 7th featuring Chuck Fish presenting on Rabeted Open Segments. See the Upcoming Events below for details.