Podcasts about Lost Art Press

Having spent 30 years homesteading at Twin Lakes, Alaska, building an incredible cabin (and entire lifestyle) with nothing but hand tools –Dick Proenneke fast became a legend of the Alaskan Wilderness. Author Monroe Robinson and his wife K spent 19 summers caring for Dick Proenneke's cabin after he left in 1999. A master craftsman in his own right, Monroe spent that time restoring and replicating the amazing tools and objects Dick created.Through Dick's extensive journals, the nuanced way he created and repaired objects, and Monroe's own memories of their friendship –We are able to paint a picture of the truly wild way this man lived.A big thank you again to Monroe for sharing his time, knowledge and entertaining stories with us today. You can hear Monroe's story in EP43.You can find Monroe's fantastic book - 'The Handcrafted Life of Dick Proenneke' at Lost Art Press.If you'd like to get hold of a signed copy, you can shoot an email to monroe@mcn.org with the title: The Handcrafted Life of Dick Proenneke-----------------Subscribe to this podcast so you're always up to date. Even better - share us with a friend who loves the outdoors.Follow Robin & The Wild Dispatch on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook...

Monroe Robinson is a truly fascinating individual. An avid student of the wild and meticulous craftsman and maker – his combined passion for the outdoors and attention to detail has gotten him into all kinds of interesting adventures. From salvaging ancient abandoned redwoods in California to care taking Proenneke's historic cabin at Twin Lakes, Alaska for almost 20 years.Monroe also wrote a book about care-taking and restoring the cabin at Twin Lakes: 'The Handcrafted Life of Dick Proenneke' is available through Lost Art Press.If you'd like to get hold of a signed copy then you can shoot an email to monroe@mcn.org with the title: The Handcrafted Life of Dick Proenneke-----------------Subscribe to this podcast so you're always up to date. Even better - share it with a friend who loves the outdoors.Follow Robin & The Wild Dispatch on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook...

In this new episode, the guys talk with woodworker and author Andy Glenn, whose new book Backwoods Chairmakers: In Search of the Appalachian Chairmaker was published by Lost Art Press. If you're interested in handmade and vernacular furniture, this new title should be on the top of your list. Glenn covers, not only the nuts-and-bolts discussions about building these chairs, but also an intimate glimpse into the lives of these makers still actively selling chairs today.

Welcome to Ghoul Gals, the podcast that brings you the possibly true stories of weird little creatures and unearthly happenings! Today's episode includes the wilds of Philadelphia, unintentional plugs for Cracker Barrel, a very cool brand, Lost Art Press (https://lostartpress.com/), the dangers of antiquing, and murde-- we mean, deaths! Ghoul Gals is hosted by your favorite ghouls, Julie Smyth and Cassandra Litten. Help us keep the night lights on by supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker Follow us on social media by searching for Ghoul Gals. Subscribe to stay updated on the latest episodes.

What happens when you both love to travel and want to take some of the comforts of home along with you on your adventures? You guess it, you turn to campaign furniture and its descendents. Today On the Dogwatch we have the opportunity to talk with Christopher Schwarz, the person who literally wrote the book on campaign furniture. Chris is a longstanding fixture in American woodworking, and even if you don't know his name you may have seen him before given his appearances on PBS's The Woodwright's Shop. Along with being a practicing furniture maker and woodworker, Chris has spent a significant part of his career as a writer. He has served as editor of Popular Woodworking Magazine, written numerous other books, and now fosters Lost Art Press.In our conversation, we discuss the history of campaign furniture, the challenges of designing for the outdoors, and specific applications such as book cases, chairs, secretaries, and even secret compartments. In the end, we get a primer on how furniture relates to travel and adventure.

You might know Keith Mitchell from his woodworking, tool making, and boat building, or from his illustration work with Lost Art Press, or have met him at the Total Boat tent at Maker Camp. We had a great conversation about making, art and learning. We talked about learning the trades and passing on the knowledge, though mentorship or apprenticeship, sharing what you know with the maker community online, or teaching in person at your shop or at a maker event. Follow Keith @shipwrightskills on Instagram or Youtube or go old school and check out his website and blog and maybe pickup an awesome tool. Mentioned in this episode: Anne of All Trades Jimmy Diresta Caleb James Jesse Savage Carrie Savage John Erianne Cliff Dufton Geoff Feder Lost Art Press Jim Tolpin George Walker Pat Quinn

The one and only Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press joins us this episode. It's a fascinating and entertaining discussion ranging from stick chairs and workbenches, to drill bits and trim routers. Check it out! 

A conversation with Jim Tolpin. Since 1970 Jim has worked professionally in woodworking as a timber framer, boat finish carpenter, and custom cabinet maker. He's also been a teacher and a writer, co-founding the Port Townsend School of Woodworking in 2007. Jim has written articles for most of the major woodworking magazines including Fine Woodworking and Fine Homebuilding. He's also written feature length articles for Coastal Living and Cottage Living magazines. Additionally, he's written eighteen books that together have sold nearly a million copies. Jim's latest book, Euclid's Door, is due out this fall from Lost Art Press.

The one & only Megan Fitzpatrick joins us on this episode. We delve into her new job as Editor for Lost Art Press (and its open ended job description), the classes she teaches, her home restoration project, and when she finds time to sleep. Check it out!

On Episode 41 of Why Make? we talk with Christopher Schwarz, a furniture maker, educator, writer and publisher who lives and works from a storefront in Covington, KY. Schwarz is one of the founders and the editor of Lost Art Press, which publishes numerous, high quality books, including the Anarchists Tool Chest, on hand tool woodworking. In 2019, Schwarz triumphantly closed his commission book, and now builds pieces on spec only and sells them via his prolific woodworking blog at Lost Art Press.  We talk with Chris about selling bark jewelry and counter fitting $100 bills as a child, his years as a writer and editor at Popular Woodworking Magazine, his love of vernacular furniture and how woodworking acts a connective fiber in our society.  So sharpen up both your noggin' and your hand tools and enjoy this mind expanding conversation with Christopher Schwarz!

Improper tool usage, Instructables, and pizza, these are a few of our favorite things! Join Jake and Sean as we talk about some of life's biggest questions - and whether or not a drill should (will?) be used as a hammer. Also, Jake gets a little carried away picking on Ohio...sorry Ohio. Instructables: https://www.instructables.com/ Pizza Cutter Kit: https://bit.ly/3fuIIJu Tool of the Week (Recommendations) Sean: Make note of how each of your layout tools are designed to be specific dimensions. This saves tons of time with layout out cuts, or measuring parts for a project. (ex: the blade on your square might be exactly 1" wide, 1/8" thick. And the base might be exactly 1/2" wide) Jake: Check out Lost Art Press and their Woodworkers Pocketbook: https://bit.ly/2QZCFD5 Where to find us Sean's Youtube Channel Jake's Youtube Channel Remember, the most important tool in the shop is you! - Sean Walworth --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/propertools/message

Christopher Schwarz is a furniture maker, writer and publisher who works from a storefront in Covington, Ky. He is one of the founders and the editor of Lost Art Press, which publishes books on hand tool woodworking. Additionally, he is one of the founders of Crucible Tool which designs, manufactures, and sells high quality woodworking tools. In 2019, he stopped taking commissions for pieces. Now he only builds what he wants and sells them via his blog at Lost Art Press. About The Episode We talk about his background where "all roads lead to woodworking," his dedication to craftsmanship on a personal and professional level, how woodwork is sci-fi time travel in reverse, and more. GENERAL SHOW DETAILS Mind Reader University is the show dedicated to helping you improve your life through sharing conversations with the world's biggest thinkers. Hosted by professional mentalist and author Jonathan Pritchard. Like what you hear? Would you consider telling the world about it by leaving us an honest review on Apple or Google Podcasts? It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping us connect with high quality guests. For show notes and other episodes, please visit https://www.MindReaderUniversity.com Find out more about Jonathan at MindReaderUniversity.com/about Connect with Jonathan, the host, on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/realjpritchard Instagram: www.instagram.com/realjpritchard Facebook: facebook.com/mentalistjonathan YouTube: youtube.com/user/thejonathanpritchard/ Show Contact Details Have a question, comment, or concern? Drop us a line: contact (at) mind reader university (dot) com

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Appendix C Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Appendix B Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Appendix D Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

An interview with Brendan Bernhard Gaffney about his upcoming book, "James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints" published by Lost Art Press.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Appendix A Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 16 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 15 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 14 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 12 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 13 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 10 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 11 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 9 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 8 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 7 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 6 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 4 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 4 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist's Workbench by Christopher Schwarz - Chapter 3 Published by Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos, this narration is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lost Art Press in any manner.

The Anarchist Workbench by Christopher Schwarz, Chapter 2. Published by Lost Art Press This narration is not endorsed or affiliated with Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos

The Anarchist Workbench by Christopher Schwarz, Chapter 1. Published by Lost Art Press This narration is not endorsed or affiliated with Lost Art Press. Narrated by Ray Deftereos

EP 80 - Jesse Gets Lathe Summary: Jesse got a new wood lathe and we have Keith Mitchell (@shipwrightskills) drop by to give us an education on wood and turning. Keith recommends the Chairmaker’s Notebook by Peter Galbert. He said, “It has excellent information and very good drawings of green woodworking and wood turning, etc.  It is published by Lost Art Press (lostartpress.com); a true gem of a publisher.” Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes

In this episode I go through what I consider to be one of the best hand tool overall books - The Anarchist's Tool Chest by Christopher Schwarz. If you're into hand tool woodwork and you haven't bought a copy yet, I'd suggest you listen to the podcast and find out why this is an essential addition to your library. You can buy the book from Lost Art Press here: https://lostartpress.com/products/the-anarchists-tool-chest

Chris Schwarz is a furniture maker and writer who works from a German barroom built in 1896 in Covington, Ky. He is one of the founders of Lost Art Press, a book-publishing company that specializes in handwork, and Crucible Tool, a company that makes hand tools for woodwork. Chris is the author of several books, including Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use (F+W Media), The Anarchist’s Tool Chest, Campaign Furniture, The Anarchist’s Design Book and Ingenious Mechanics (Lost Art Press). In addition to his publishing efforts, he builds casework and Welsh stick chairs for clients all over the world. Chris' class at Fine Woodworking Live is titled: Compound-Angle Joinery, Minus the Math Mastering compound angles typically means mastering trigonometry. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Compound angles can be measured, laid out, and cut without any math—or even numbers. Chris will show you the methods he uses for replicating unusual (sometimes radical) compound angles to build his Welsh stick chairs. The method requires just a wire clothes hanger, a sliding bevel, and a ruler. (Oh, and you’ll also need to bring an open mind.) The technique allows you to replicate compound angles from photos or drawings, or to create new designs using half-scale models (made with that clothes hanger). Register now for Fine Woodworking Live 2019! Enter for your chance to win Fine Woodworking's Shop Giveaway: Upgrade to Laguna! The winner will receive a prize that includes: 14|12 Bandsaw F2 Fusion Tablesaw 1 HP Dust Collector REVO 12|16 6″ Jointer ShearTec II

Chris Schwarz is a furniture maker and writer who works from a German barroom built in 1896 in Covington, Ky. He is one of the founders of Lost Art Press, a book-publishing company that specializes in handwork, and Crucible Tool, a company that makes hand tools for woodwork. Chris is the author of several books, including Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use (F+W Media), The Anarchist’s Tool Chest, Campaign Furniture, The Anarchist’s Design Book and Ingenious Mechanics (Lost Art Press). In addition to his publishing efforts, he builds casework and Welsh stick chairs for clients all over the world. Chris' class at Fine Woodworking Live is titled: Compound-Angle Joinery, Minus the Math Mastering compound angles typically means mastering trigonometry. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Compound angles can be measured, laid out, and cut without any math—or even numbers. Chris will show you the methods he uses for replicating unusual (sometimes radical) compound angles to build his Welsh stick chairs. The method requires just a wire clothes hanger, a sliding bevel, and a ruler. (Oh, and you’ll also need to bring an open mind.) The technique allows you to replicate compound angles from photos or drawings, or to create new designs using half-scale models (made with that clothes hanger). Register now for Fine Woodworking Live 2019! Enter for your chance to win Fine Woodworking's Shop Giveaway: Upgrade to Laguna! The winner will receive a prize that includes: 14|12 Bandsaw F2 Fusion Tablesaw 1 HP Dust Collector REVO 12|16 6″ Jointer ShearTec II

Sean & Kyle chat with Megan Fitzpatrick about her post Popular Woodworking Magazine adventures.

ABOUT OUR GUEST Christopher Schwarz is a long-time woodworker and writer who has spent the last 20 years encouraging woodworkers to embrace more handwork in their shops. He built his first workbench when he was 11 and was introduced to handwork when his family built its first house on an Arkansas farm without electricity. After formal training as a journalist at Northwestern University, Chris worked as a newspaperman by day and studied woodworking at night at the University of Kentucky. In 1996, he was hired as managing editor of Popular Woodworking, where he helped resuscitate the magazine and introduced more handwork into its pages. He eventually became editor and began writing books and teaching woodworking classes. In 2007 he founded Lost Art Press LLC, a publishing company devoted to one thing: reviving handwork. By 2011, Lost Art Press had grown so much that Chris stepped down as editor of Popular Woodworking Magazine (he's now a contributing editor) to focus on his company full time and build furniture commissions. He's the author of several woodworking books, including “The Anarchist's Tool Chest,” “Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & Use,” and “Campaign Furniture.” He has also has produced more than a dozen DVDs on handwork with Lie-Nielsen Toolworks and F+W Media Inc. He lives in Fort Mitchell, Ky., with his wife and two daughters. CONNECT LostArtPress.com ABOUT THE EPISODE He was a household name in the house I grew up with, and I'm super stoked I got to chat with him & share that with you. We talk about the nature of craftsmanship, the role of design in his life, preserving the genius of history's builders, and a lot more. There's a lot in this one, so let's get to it...

In this episode Trevor talks with Christopher Schwarz, owner and founder of Lost Art Press. Check out http://trevorsworkshop.com for show notes and for more details on this podcast. You can contact Trevor at trevor@trevorsworkshop.com or visit him on facebook at http://facebook.com/trevsworkshop  

The H.O. Studley Tool Chest is considered by many to be THE "Iconic Tool Chest," the very tool chest that all others are compared to, and the envy of every woodworker who set their eyes upon it. [caption id="attachment_12920" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Image courtesy Don's Barn blog[/caption] On the outside it's constructed of a gorgeous Cuban Mahogany, but it’s the meticulousness of the organization on the inside that sets it apart from everything. When opened, it reveals the breathtaking layout and arrangement of the 240+ tools contained within. All of which add to the beauty and awe-inspiring effect the tool chest has on those who’ve seen it. But who was H.O. Studley? Truthfully, we know more about the chest than the man who built it. And what about the lesser known Studley workbench? Have you ever seen it up close or even knew it existed ("Chortle"-level Patrons of Matt's Basement Workshop will get a look at it in the bonus footage accompanying this video, join today by clicking here?) Those, and many more questions were what Don Williams set out to answer in his upcoming book about H.O. Studley and his tool chest, due out in early 2015. Don, along with photographer Narayan Nayar, and Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press are painstakingly documenting the man, his tools, and of course his tool chest, so the rest of us can understand who he was and what’s so amazing about this iconic piece of woodworking history. Along the journey to write the book and document the tool chest, Don made arrangements with the current owner to set up an exhibit for the general public to come in and see it up close. The H.O. Studley Tool Chest and Workbench Exhibit is happening May 15-17, 2015 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It’s occurring the same weekend as Handworks in nearby Amana, Iowa and will be offering visitors a full 360º view of the tool chest and workbench. Tickets are currently on sale, but there is a limited number available. So don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the Studley Tool Chest in person. For more information visit www.studleytoolchest.com. Help support the show - please visit our advertisers

The H.O. Studley Tool Chest is considered by many to be THE "Iconic Tool Chest," the very tool chest that all others are compared to, and the envy of every woodworker who set their eyes upon it. [caption id="attachment_12920" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Image courtesy Don's Barn blog[/caption] On the outside it's constructed of a gorgeous Cuban Mahogany, but it’s the meticulousness of the organization on the inside that sets it apart from everything. When opened, it reveals the breathtaking layout and arrangement of the 240+ tools contained within. All of which add to the beauty and awe-inspiring effect the tool chest has on those who’ve seen it. But who was H.O. Studley? Truthfully, we know more about the chest than the man who built it. And what about the lesser known Studley workbench? Have you ever seen it up close or even knew it existed ("Chortle"-level Patrons of Matt's Basement Workshop will get a look at it in the bonus footage accompanying this video, join today by clicking here?) Those, and many more questions were what Don Williams set out to answer in his upcoming book about H.O. Studley and his tool chest, due out in early 2015. Don, along with photographer Narayan Nayar, and Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press are painstakingly documenting the man, his tools, and of course his tool chest, so the rest of us can understand who he was and what’s so amazing about this iconic piece of woodworking history. Along the journey to write the book and document the tool chest, Don made arrangements with the current owner to set up an exhibit for the general public to come in and see it up close. The H.O. Studley Tool Chest and Workbench Exhibit is happening May 15-17, 2015 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It’s occurring the same weekend as Handworks in nearby Amana, Iowa and will be offering visitors a full 360º view of the tool chest and workbench. Tickets are currently on sale, but there is a limited number available. So don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the Studley Tool Chest in person. For more information visit www.studleytoolchest.com. Help support the show - please visit our advertisers

The H.O. Studley Tool Chest is considered by many to be THE "Iconic Tool Chest," the very tool chest that all others are compared to, and the envy of every woodworker who set their eyes upon it. [caption id="attachment_12920" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Image courtesy Don's Barn blog[/caption] On the outside it's constructed of a gorgeous Cuban Mahogany, but it’s the meticulousness of the organization on the inside that sets it apart from everything. When opened, it reveals the breathtaking layout and arrangement of the 240+ tools contained within. All of which add to the beauty and awe-inspiring effect the tool chest has on those who’ve seen it. But who was H.O. Studley? Truthfully, we know more about the chest than the man who built it. And what about the lesser known Studley workbench? Have you ever seen it up close or even knew it existed ("Chortle"-level Patrons of Matt's Basement Workshop will get a look at it in the bonus footage accompanying this video, join today by clicking here?) Those, and many more questions were what Don Williams set out to answer in his upcoming book about H.O. Studley and his tool chest, due out in early 2015. Don, along with photographer Narayan Nayar, and Christopher Schwarz of Lost Art Press are painstakingly documenting the man, his tools, and of course his tool chest, so the rest of us can understand who he was and what’s so amazing about this iconic piece of woodworking history. Along the journey to write the book and document the tool chest, Don made arrangements with the current owner to set up an exhibit for the general public to come in and see it up close. The H.O. Studley Tool Chest and Workbench Exhibit is happening May 15-17, 2015 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It’s occurring the same weekend as Handworks in nearby Amana, Iowa and will be offering visitors a full 360º view of the tool chest and workbench. Tickets are currently on sale, but there is a limited number available. So don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the Studley Tool Chest in person. For more information visit www.studleytoolchest.com. Help support the show - please visit our advertisers

During my trip to Woodworking in America this year, I had opportunity to arrange a time for a conversation with Chris Schwarz for this episode of Shop Time. As the former editor of Popular Woodworking Magazine, and cofounder of Lost Art Press, Chris has an incredible influence in the woodworking community. I have seen him present at this and previous WIAs and each time it is educational, entertaining, and inspiring. Chris is one of the people I have always revered in the woodworking, it was an honor to have the opportunity to have a conversation with him about backgrounds in woodworking, tools, and a little about workbenches. If you have questions for Chris or myself, feel free to comment, Skype, or use the contact form. Be sure to check out the contact info at the end of the video for other ways to contact the show too ...