Jerry told me this video almost didn't get published -- he ended up using some fairly sophisticated, high-tech equipment to salvage the sound portion. Yes, it could be better, but at least he was able to salvage it!
Thanks for sharing this. I was lucky to attend a demonstration by Betty, she is awesome. She left a lasting impression on me, I find myself adding things I learned from her to my projects all the time...
Jerry I am not a famous turner but I am getting some recognition for my works and I share your Wedgie Sled design with any interested. I really appreciate you and your videos, this one was amazing! I really enjoyed hearing you and betty talk about your sharing that love for turning and individuals who work with love!
As a relatively new turner, I agree with Betty that the goal is to have our work valued without the “woman turner” label being of any consideration. But in a male dominated activity, we are still a minority, which in a way makes us more unique and story worthy. Since WIT has been in play, I am seeing more women enjoying using a lathe, and enjoying time spent with other woman who also spin wood. Our last club meeting had 30+ attendees, seven of which were women who turn wood. Each year the ratio of women to men has increased to the point that in our club, women are not an oddity, but are valued members who contribute on an even level with the men. Thanks for a peek into Betty’s life for those of us who are still getting acquainted with turners of distinction!
Jon, the number of women turners is increasing fairly quickly! Unlike years ago, when I attend an AAW symposium, now there are dozens of women there I've never seen before, don't know their names, never met them.
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Thank you, Jerry, for giving us this insight into Betty's art. I only wish the sound was clearer.
Jerry told me this video almost didn't get published -- he ended up using some fairly sophisticated, high-tech equipment to salvage the sound portion. Yes, it could be better, but at least he was able to salvage it!
Thanks for sharing this. I was lucky to attend a demonstration by Betty, she is awesome. She left a lasting impression on me, I find myself adding things I learned from her to my projects all the time...
Thank you, David. ; .) Of course I'm always learning new things, too.
Great interview Jerry!
Jerry I am not a famous turner but I am getting some recognition for my works and I share your Wedgie Sled design with any interested. I really appreciate you and your videos, this one was amazing! I really enjoyed hearing you and betty talk about your sharing that love for turning and individuals who work with love!
As a relatively new turner, I agree with Betty that the goal is to have our work valued without the “woman turner” label being of any consideration. But in a male dominated activity, we are still a minority, which in a way makes us more unique and story worthy. Since WIT has been in play, I am seeing more women enjoying using a lathe, and enjoying time spent with other woman who also spin wood. Our last club meeting had 30+ attendees, seven of which were women who turn wood. Each year the ratio of women to men has increased to the point that in our club, women are not an oddity, but are valued members who contribute on an even level with the men. Thanks for a peek into Betty’s life for those of us who are still getting acquainted with turners of distinction!
So true, Valerie!
Jerry, were you related to a Hal and Dorothy Bennett in Southern California? He looked like he could have been your older brother.
Not that I know of but who knows. :)
@@JerryBennettArt , thanks for the quick reply. I purchased your wedgies a few years ago. Thanks
Thanks for this! Wish more women turned, it shouldn’t be a gentleman’s club and I don’t see any reason why it still is.
Jon, the number of women turners is increasing fairly quickly! Unlike years ago, when I attend an AAW symposium, now there are dozens of women there I've never seen before, don't know their names, never met them.