Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Author: Dale L Nish

Title: Woodturning with Ray Allen

The ultimate guide for anyone interested in segmented turning. This book provides a thorough look at the specific techniques and beautiful work of Ray Allen. In this book you will find everything you need to know about segmented woodturning, and how to create your own beautiful pieces.

Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications

Title: Segmented Turning - A complete Guide

Author : Ron Hampton

Segmented work consists of numerous small pieces of contrasting timber which are glued together before turning, to produce stunning geometrical or pictorial effects in the finished work. In addition to its visual qualities, it overcomes the problems of wood movement and splitting, and allows the turner to made good use of scraps and offcuts which would otherwise be wasted. Ron Hampton guides you through all the stages, from the initial planning to the final product.

Publisher: Linden Publishing

Author: Malcoln Tibbetts

Title: The Art of Segmented Wood Turning: A step-by-step guide

The art of segmented woodturning offers a boundless field for the creative turner. There are few limitation and the possibilities are endless. The challenge comes in the precision and inventiveness required to produce pieces of artistic merit. It has been said that in working wood, there are only four factors to be considered: measuring, marking, cutting and joining. Segmented woodturning brings these four into sharp focus as no other form or woodworking. Malcolm Tibbetts offers a step-by-step guide that gives the truner all of the tricks of the trade.

Publisher : Guild of Master Craftsman Publications

Author : Mark Baker

Title: Wood for Woodturners

A guide to woods which caters specifically for turners. Fifty important turning woods from around the world are described in detail, with sound practical information on their physical characteristics, working qualities and availability. Colour photographs illustrate different varieties of grain and figure, and there are attractive examples of finished work to provide inspiration. A further 100 woods are considered more briefly, with colour photographs for indentification.

Publisher: Stobart Davies Ltd

Author: William A. Lincoln

Title: World Woods In Colour

World Woods in Colour contains information on over 275 commercial woods from world-wide sources.

Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications

Author: Terry Porter

Title: Wood Identification & Use

This unique book brings together a remarkable amount of practical information on the most important timber species in use today. It is aimed squarely at the individual or small scale user, whether professional or amateur, it describes the appearance and properties of a huge range of woods used in cabinetmaking, joinery, carpentry, turning, carving and a host of more specialist applications.

Publisher: Saterling Publishing Co. Inc.

Title: Fabulous Turner-Wood Projects

Authors: John Heibert, Harm Hazeu, Tim Bergen, Henry Bergen

Fabulous Turner-Wood Projects moves beyond the crafts purely practical aspects, introducing a wide range of techniques that will take any woodworker to the next level. Four expert turners describe their methods and offer a series of projects on which to try them. You will find simple objects that rely on wood choice and turning skill for effect, as well as more intricate pieces decorated with patterns and cut out designs. From a Scroll Work Plate to Winged Chess Bowl, these exceptional projects showcase the natural richness and elegance of wood.