Janel Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 I found this concept about a Bench Exchange on Ganoskin-Jewelry's web site, where jewelry artists were invited to take a digital snap of their workbenches at the moment, not tidied for the camera. It is quite interesting to see the many solutions for creating workspaces. Go to: Bench Exchange pages for a look. Now, grab your camera and share your benches with the rest of us! Janel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Okay, okay, I'll go first! I had my camera handy today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsterling Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Why does your bench look like mine after I've spent a whole day cleaning up? Neatnik! And my bench only looks like that for about a day, then promptly reverts back to filthy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnus homestead Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 Hi Janel, I love your workspace! - I see lots of things I'll have to ask questions about when I can study it and make notes. Thanks for sharing. Magnus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 Hee-hee ! I have been working on simple pieces, and very small ones at that. Not much mess produced. The tool array has not changed much either, and I started from CLEAN. Notice, I did not show the rest of the space, which has surfaces, ahh... in use, though the work bench is relatively clear so I can use the vise for sawing wood to size. The carving bench is filled with wood selections, awaiting inspiration or inclusion in the Collection 3 grouping. I enjoy making all of the little things, trying out materials not of the usual selection. Ask away Magnus! The post-it notes on the window is to show the birds that there is something there. No more banging into the clean glass with tree reflections. Who is next? Lets see where you park yourselves when you are working! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ford hallam Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 Hi Janel, My workspace is being relocated over the next 24 hours. No more tiny, dimly lit room for me , my new studio is HUGE with tons of natural light from all angles. I'll post some images over the week-end once I'm rolling again. Good idea, btw regards, Ford Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil White Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 I am envious of those who have windows. I like to keep certain types of work separate, so I have three benches in my home shop, one for metal (left), one for wood (middle) and one for sculpture (right). The only one with anything on it now is my woodworking bench. constant assistant (1 of 2) Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 One good thing about not having windows, you can use all of the vertical space! But, I cannot imagine working without windows to stare out of now and then. Sweet shop companion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Bonham Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Hi, Here is my workspace during a project. I made a mold of a generic clay bust in 1/6 scale. Since I have a number of studies to sculpt this gives me a same scale starting point. The final figures will be that scale so I can stick any head I like onto a figure. I find 1/6 scale ideal for macquettes since it is large enough for good detail and small enough to cast easily. Plus I am used to it from the years I made prototypes for GI Joe. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted July 10, 2007 Report Share Posted July 10, 2007 Dick, Speaking for everyone who has greatly enjoyed GI Joe's, what a great bullet to have on your resume. I was already impressed with your work, but GI Joe's as well? It's almost too much. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan A. Ricks Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 I too wish I had a big window, but alas, I am in the basement. My soldering station and my homemade axial fan venting to the window. I couldn't resist this candid photo of my son this last weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 Nice kids! Could not resist that pun! Thanks Rick, for the work space images. Could you tell us about your simple fan set up, in a new topic in the Tools and Technical forum area? I like to learn about clever solutions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 my workbench Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Ruslander Posted July 15, 2007 Report Share Posted July 15, 2007 My bench unfortunately stays a mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Twilbeck Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 This is my little bench. It is in a 4ft wide metal shelf unit. The work space is in a 4ft by 6ft closet. I have a small band saw and shop vac, on the side,and a dust collector on the bench. Some of my tools are out for use, others are close by. Small space but it works. I wish I had a window. Ed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Bonham Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hi, Here is a shot of a different kind of work. This is the restoration of a late 18c. American sword. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 It is so great to look at your work spaces! Thanks! Dick, can you tell us about that moveable peg on your bench? Is that something you made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Bonham Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hi Janel, The peg is a jewelers bench pin used for sawing metal with a jewelers saw. It also is a useful for backing metal (or anything) that has to be filed or carved. The part that clamps to the bench is a flat anvil. A very useful tool. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunderlich Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hi Dick, it is always nice to see the bench of a fellow. The engravers ball on the right upper edge of the pic with the sword seem to be something special. Do you have a closeup of this nice tool? regards Berlin Karl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 The flat anvil is what I am curious about. Is it a commercial unit, or did you make it out of parts? I could use something like that to adapt my carving bench/desk, to hold a jeweler's peg, without modifying the structure of the desk (I think). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Bonham Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Hi Karl and Janel, Karl, here is a picture of the antique engravers ball. It is dated 1898 and I have used it for years. It came with all the accessories shown plus a stack of engravers letters style books and mail order lessons on engraving. All 1920's vintage. Janel, I will look and see where I bought the bench pin and let you know. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunderlich Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 Hi Dick, thanks for sharing the picture. I really like vintage tools. You engravers ball is quite a sculptural item itself. These olden toolmakers had have a strong sense for proportions. The burins are very nice too. The blades seem to be exchangeable- are they? Karl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Bonham Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 Hi Karl, Thanks, I like it too. It is very nice tool to work with. I have a boxed set of the bruins with rosewood handles and adjustable blades. Many different liners and square tipped blades for lettering. Janel, here is the site for Contenti which is where I purchaced my bench pin. http://www.contenti.com/products/bench-pins/110-287.html I hope this helps. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janel Posted July 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 Perfect! Thanks Dick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergey_osipov Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 Hi, This is my workplace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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