Northwest Driftwood Artists is a non-profit organization devoted to teaching the LuRon method and providing a showcase for the sculptures of our members. We do not sell sculptures through this website. . . Much to the dismay to some of our website visitors. But we are happy to link to those NWDA members who independently…

Northwest Driftwood Artists are proud to direct your attention to our new Lesson Center located on right of our tool bar. We currently have 40 new articles about the LuRon method and inspiration and instruction to help you create your own masterpiece. There are many contributing authors who are certified LuRon teachers and there is a…

At our monthly NWDA meeting we got an opportunity to hear from some of the artists about their winning sculptures. There were some pretty fun stories behind some of these sculptures. We’ve been featuring one a day on our Facebook page. If you’re on Facebook, be sure to “like” us to see those sculptures. Otherwise,…

No matter what kind of woodworker you are, intense, or just casual, you HAVE to take care of your lungs. You damage yourself and shorten your quality of life by breathing wood dust. It is an accumulative process. You may feel fine today and tomorrow and many tomorrows after that. But when you reach a…

Bellevue Art Museum October 31, 2014 – March 29, 2015 This Biennial exhibition focuses on the work of established and emerging Northwest artists and craftsmen, recognizing their innovative and extraordinary work. Note that the 1st Friday of every month offers free admission. The Biennial is an opportunity for makers of all kinds to push the…

A new Class in Renton is starting on Oct. 1st. Following a series of four driftwood demonstrations, Mel Jewett will begin a new class at the Renton Senior Center on October 2nd. Her class will meet weekly on Thursdays from 9:30 am ‘til Noon. Check it out if you can.

One fine summer day Chadd Hass spent the afternoon in front of the camera and gave us two new videos to enjoy. These are informative and fun to watch. Chadd is a long time NWDA member who has won many, many awards for his work and in these 2 videos he shares his expertise. In 4-way Files,…

Hey everyone! The NWDA picnic is at Blyth Park in Bothell Saturday, August 9th. Bring a dish and enjoy the company of fellow woodworkers. Noon to 3:00PM. 16950 W Riverside Dr, Bothell, WA 98011 See you there!