Share some knowledge

[grumpymonkey]

Anyone in San Diego County willing to provide basic grinding lessons? I'm willing to pay or exchange for lapidary (stone work) lessons.

I've been studying for months now, in the forums and with some excellent books, but reading about grinding and actually watching the process are two different things. I'd be extremely grateful for the opportunity to sit in on a shop session with an experienced bladesmith.

I have experience with working with semiprecious gemstone and have a well outfitted shop for that kind of work. I think the combination of steel and stone is one of the more beautiful artforms around.

I live in Encinitas, CA and will also be travelling in the Sedona, AZ area later this month.

Thanks for all the knowledge inparted in these forums, and I hope to learn more in person!

-Devon Thomas