Bending Light
5 Days: Monday - Friday, July 21st - 25th, 2025, 8AM - 5 PM
Tuition: $1,200
Ages: 16 & Up
Instructor: Armando Covarrubias Jr
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: None
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Step into the world of innovative design with our Bent Lamination Class, where you’ll take the lead in creating a one-of-a-kind lamp. This course invites you to push the boundaries of traditional woodworking by designing and crafting a lamp that is as much a work of art as it is a functional piece. Using the versatile technique of bent lamination, you’ll learn to bend wood into dynamic, flowing shapes that reflect your unique artistic vision.
The course not only focuses on the physical creation of your lamp but also delves into the intricate design process. You’ll explore how form, function, and light intersect, guiding you to design a piece that harmonizes aesthetic appeal with practical lighting solutions.
Learning Objectives:
Conceptualize and design a unique lamp, focusing on the balance between form, function, and aesthetic appeal.
Explore the art of bent lamination, mastering the technique of bending wood into complex, imaginative shapes.
Learn to consider the interplay of light and shadow in your design, ensuring that your lamp enhances its environment both visually and functionally.
Develop a deep understanding of wood’s properties, allowing you to manipulate it creatively while maintaining structural integrity.
Gain hands-on experience in wiring and lighting integration, ensuring your lamp is not only beautiful but also fully functional.
Experiment with different materials and finishes, refining your design to achieve a professional, polished final product.
By the end of this course, you will have created a custom lamp that reflects your personal design philosophy, equipped with both the technical skills and artistic confidence to continue exploring the limitless possibilities of bent lamination in future projects.
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221
Class Size: Maximum 8 students
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If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email sambeaufordwoodshop@gmail.com.
AIA Advance Learner Preparation: None
AIA Approved Learning Units & Type: 40 Elective
AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: 02/26/2028
Official AIA CES Provider Statement: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10009739. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.