In this optional one day course students will create a detailed design plan for their custom guitar, including sketches, materials, specifications, and a roadmap for building it. In addition to designing a completely custom electric instrument students will make their own set of templates that can be used to reproduce their design in any type…
Two-day weekend workshop. The original 4 leg side table was inspired by Sam Maloof and designed by Woodworker Dennis Hays originally taught at the Maloof Foundation in Alta Loma. The two-day process includes basic woodworking techniques with power tools and hand tools. Participants get a taste of carving, sculpting, finishing, and the opportunity to play…
This one day class explains the process of making an Electric Guitar from scratch through demonstrations with samples and specialty tools. It is required before starting our guitar-making course (G-Lab). Key topics for this intro class include guitar anatomy, parts and components, wood selection and tonal qualities, technical specs, hardware and electronic options, specialty tools…
