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    CarveWright DISCOVER Conference 2012 

    Published on 02-24-2012 03:25 PM  Number of Views: 397 



    CW DISCOVER Conference 2012


    Discover The Possibilities!

    June 28, 29 & 30

    Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake
    $105 per night group rate code coming soon

    LHR Technologies is happy to announce our 2nd Annual CarveWright Conference that will be held in late June this year.

    Last years first ever conference was a great success and about 85 attendees START U members in trainingenjoyed two full days of presentations & workshops from both LHR staff and fellow Carvoholics, a Texas Barbecue, Vendor Booths, a Show & Tell area to see fellow carver projects and the opportunity to meet and make new friends that share a common interest in the CW.

    This year we invite you to Discover The Possibilities as we add a third day to the event situated on beautiful Clear Lake across the street from the famous NASA-Johnson Space Center and one of Houston's Top 5 Attractions Space Center Houston. It is also just a couple of miles from the Kemah Boardwalk where the lake and Galveston Bay meet in a fun-filled area featuring Dancing Waters, restaurants, shopping and amusement park rides & games.

    This year's conference agenda is still being fine tuned, but is now available HERE.

    We will also host a dinner on Thursday night, June 28th at the Villa Capri on Clear Lake in their private party room and on their outdoor patio overlooking Clear Lake. The dinner is part of the registration fee and guest tickets will be available for purchase at a future date from the online store.

    More detailed information is available HERE on the CW community forum.

    Registration & Sponsorship Opportunities available on the CW Store HERE.
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    CW Discover Conference Speaker Bio - Sharon Berrum 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 10:52 AM
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    Sharon Berrum - SharonB on the CW Forum

    Art, in its many forms, has always been a large part of Sharon's life. She's worked with ceramics, dabbled with oil/acrylic paint and watercolors, and then spent 10 years as a soft sculptured doll artist. As a doll artist, she exhibited and sold her creations in various venues.

    It wasn't until 2008, when Sharon acquired a CarveWright/CompuCarve machine for her husband, that her passion for carving and painting wood projects started consuming her life. She had bought the machine for her husband before realizing all projects must be designed on a computer...and he had no knowledge of computers.     ...
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    CW Discover Conference Speaker Bio - Doug Haffner 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 10:57 AM
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    Doug Haffner -     Haffner's Fantastic Creations

    Doug Haffn    er started his interest in woodworking through high school classes. He picked it back up later in college when he was introduced to scroll saw work. Although he enjoyed dabbling in hand carving and chip carving, he found that he didn't have the time to dedicate to that art form. He was first introduced to CarveWright by a    n Illinois neighbor.

    Since then, Doug has become a very active member of the CarveWright Forum offering tips, answering questions and sharing with others his love for finding new ways to expand what he can do creatively with tools like the CarveWright.     ...
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    CW Discover Conference Speaker Bio - Brandon MacDougall 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 11:00 AM
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    Brandon MacDougall - LiquidGuitars.com

    Brandon began woodworking at an early age in woodshop classes and eventually opened his own custom cabinetry business. Hoping to clean up the company's books, his mother persuaded him to purchase an "Amiga" computer. They soon found that the Amiga had few accounting capabilities, but what it did have was a great 3D graphics software package that he soon mastered.

    These 3D design skills landed him in every man's dream job. He became a 3d modeler for several Hollywood studios and, ultimately, landed a contract with Paramount. He went "where no man has gone before" converting Star Trek into 3D. His work on Star Trek won him a Prime Time Emmy Award and Emmy Nomination in 2001.
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    CW Discover Conference Speaker Bio - Michael Tyler 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 11:02 AM
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    Michael Tyler - CarveBuddy.com

    Michael enjoys the use of both traditional and contemporary Creative Arts mediums. A background in music led him to a career as a Music Technology consultant when computers were just beginning to be utilized for music composition, recording and publishing. In 1987, he founded one of the first mail-order music software and hardware companies in the country. All the while, his side interests included designing and building stained glass windows and lamps, deep relief sandblasting (in glass) and woodworking, just to mention a few.

    In January 2007, Michael added a new tool to his workshop - a CarveWright/CompuCarve CNC machine. He quickly developed a fascination for the creative potential this technology     ...
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    Thanks to our Conference Sponsors 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 11:28 AM

    Thank you to these sponsors for supporting our CW Conference 2012.

    CW-Tabletop

    CW-VIP Level Sponsorship

    CW-Friends of CW Level Sponsorship

    CW-Carvoholics Level Sponsorship
    • Ross Clark, aka Forum member "rossclark", Creations in Wood of Montana
    • Neil Harbison of AskBud - home to dozens of links to free "How To Lessons" for CW/CC owners.
    • Thomas Watson ("easybuilt" on the forum) of Watson's Wooden Words & Signs in Wood

    See full listing of what is included in your Sponsorship on the CW Community Forum under Sponsorship Opportunities

    I hope to see everyone that advertises a company link in their signature taking advantage of this opportunity to support the conference, our speakers and attendees.

    Thanks!

    CW Discover Conference Workshops & Events 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 04-19-2012 11:32 AM

    Outline of this years workshops:

    Featured Speaker - A splash of color with SharonB
    Sharon Berrum shows us her beautiful painting techniques.

    Featured Speaker - Tips & Tricks with Michael Tyler
    Michael Tyler shares years of expert knowledge with several of his favorite tips and some really neat tricks.

    Featured Speaker - Doug Haffner and the Secrets of Fantastic Creations
    Doug Haffner shows his creative process with the use of different materials, found textures, and creative finishes.

    Featured Speaker - The Music of Part Making with Brandon MacDougall
    Brandon shows his process of making parts for stringed instruments. From model to finished product.

    **Introducing the New Pattern Modeling Suite**
    Exclusive introduction to CW's newest software and how to use revolves, sweeps, extrudes, and puffing to create your own patterns.

    **Introducing the New Vector Drawing Suite**
    Another exclusive for conference attendees to explore new tools such as splines, offset path, and import image tracing.

    Getting Started with the CW System
    Discover the CW System, what everyone should know before getting started & the tools to ensure your success.

    Exploring Project Designer and Setup

    Understanding the basic software, tips to creating a project and setting it up to carve.

    Carving Signs and Lithos
    Taking your projects to the next level by adding text, regions, depth & height, textures, plus importing images.

    Dynamic Surfacing
    Learn how to use some of Designers more advanced features such as domes, textures, piercing, and merging.

    Carving with Vectors
    Instruction on all things vector including basic drawing tools, cut paths, select bit, centerline text, and conforming vectors.

    Maintaining your CW Machine - What, When, and How
    Basic maintenance, troubleshooting and repair including bearings, brushes, motors and sensors.

    Scanning Probe, STL & DXF - Uses for everyone
    Advanced software & probe, what they are and how to use them to make practically anything.


    Q&A TIME WITH ALL SPEAKERS

    THIS YEAR INCLUDES A 3RD DAY.

    Other Events at the Conference Include:
    • Show 'n Tell area for customers to bring their projects and see others.
    • Onsite STORE with discounts for attendees.
    • Exhibitor tables from some of our sponsors.
    • Welcome Banquet on Thursday night at Villa Capri Mediterranean Italian Restaurant.
    • Registration also includes a "goody bag", breaks with refreshments and buffet lunches each day.
    Beyond that, it depends on how much sponsorship money we receive.

    CW Project of the Month - May 2012 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 05-04-2012 06:10 PM


    This Month’s New Project of the Month:
    DECORATIVE CARVED VASE


    This wooden vase features a carved flourish motif and can be used to contain a nice arrangement of artificial flowers and plants for display on a shelf or table.

    The vase makes a great gift for almost any occasion!

    The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. The overall dimensions of the finished project are about 7 3/4" high x 8" wide x 3" deep.


    Difficulty Level = BASIC




    PROJECT OF THE MONTH ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION - $120
    POM Subscribers will receive 12 newly created projects; one each month for a year. Doing the math, that is only $10 per project.

    POM Subscriber Cost = $10.0    0

    INDIVIDUAL PROJECT PURCHASE FOR THIS PROJECT - $30
    All projects are also immediately available for individual purchases by non-subscribers in the PatternDepot


    THIS MONTH'S PROJECT OF THE MONTHS SAVINGS = $20    .00


    Each month's project includes all the pattern layouts you'll need, along with a complete set of step-by-step instructions. The mastery of these projects will amaze you and anyone else who sees them.

    CarversClub Monthly Special Offer - May 2012 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 05-04-2012 06:20 PM

    This month's special offer for members of the CarversClub is:

    TWO GREAT SPECIALS THIS MONTH:

    Special #1:

    10% OFF all CARBIDE BITS
    Don't forget to specify which adapter type you want.



    Special #2:

    10% OFF CarveWright DISCOVER Conference Registration.
    Early Bird Registration expires June 1, 2012.
    For more details:     http://www.carvewright.com/2010CWweb...ce2012_web.htm
    NOT A MEMBER?
    Order the CarversClub Subscription and register before the end of the month to receive this special offer plus 11 more!




    The CarversClub membership is an annual subscription for $150.00 per year and includes the following:
    • Exclusive promotions* every month of the year
    • FREE Phone Support
    • 25% OFF any labor costs

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    CW Third Party Store 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 09-23-2011 10:18 PM


    Ringneckblues' Dust Collection System

    and

    Ed Baker's Rotary Jig for Carving in the Round

    CLICK HERE for more information.

    CW START U 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 05-18-2011 03:32 AM


    Introducing the new CW START U crew. These CW customers may be available in an area near U for sales support or training. Visit our new website to find a member new U or sign up to become a member yourself. We will also publish Training Seminars as they are available.

    Click HERE for the CW START U site.

    JOIN THE CLUB! 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 08-04-2011 04:10 PM
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    JOIN THE CLUB
    $150 for annual subscription

    Club Members have over the last two years enjoyed: ...
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    CW Back Searching for Canadian Distributor! 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 06-16-2011 12:12 PM

    LHR Technologies, the makers of the CarveWright System, is actively seeking a Canadian-based company for our many existing and potential Canadian customers. We are looking for a company that can provide sales & training, stock products & parts, handle customer support in both English & French, and provide an in-country service & repair center. If you are a company who is interested in taking over CarveWright Canada, please fill out the form at the link below.
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    CW UserGroups 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 06-16-2011 11:06 AM

    New UserGroups are forming all over the US & Canada. LHR is assisting in connecting customers with volunteer coordinators. If you would like to find a group in your area or help get one started, fill out the form: http://www.carvewright.com/2010CWweb...serscroups.php

    REALLY BIG SIGNS 

    Published on 02-07-2011 10:54 AM


    With the CarveWright You Really Can
    Think Big!


    Don't let the small tabletop design of the CarveWright fool you. It is capable of producing some very large projects when you use the Tiling Technique.





    This particular project was carved in three sections and joined together to create a sign that is over 8' tall for the Llandover Community near Seattle Washington.

    For more information on how to make these projects using the Tiling Technique, see our ARCHIVED TIPS & TRICKS under the LEARN menu at www.carvewright.com in Issue 22 - July 2009 - My Big Sign - A Personal Account
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    What's New in the Pattern Depot 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 06-17-2011 02:19 PM

    Keep track of what new patterns, projects & pattern collections are posted by this thread: http://forum.carvewright.com/showthr...s-in-the-store ...
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    CarveWright Conference 2011 

    by
    lynnfrwd
    Published on 03-11-2011 01:40 PM




    What a great event we had! With over 85 attendees, plus four guest speakers, vendors that sponsored us and LHR staff, we filled the Hilton and will need an even bigger venue next year!

    Thanks once again to our SPONSORS!
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    Pattern Vendors 

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    lynnfrwd
    Published on 07-08-2010 06:49 AM  Number of Views: 1810 

    Current Tips & Tricks Newsletter 

    Published on 07-09-2010 05:57 AM
    Categories:
    1. Promote



    We hope you enjoy the new VIDEO FORMAT Tips & Tricks:


    Visit our Tips & Tricks Page to see this and other valuable information that will assist you in the use of your CarveWright System.

    Receive this free newsletter and more when you Join Our Mailing List.

    Other Great Tips & Tricks Articles include:
    • Lithophane Carving 101 - Issue 16
    • 3 different articles on Pattern Editor software - Issues 10, 11 & 25
    • How to make and use Carving Jigs, Carrier Board and Sleds - Issue 7
    • Plus, several that include free projects!

    Tips & Tricks Newsletters are located under the LEARN menu at www.carvewright.com