Picture Frames Woodworking Class

With Tomas Vallejos

*You do not need to take any of our Woodworking Fundamentals classes including Woodworking I, II, or III in order to take this class. No experience is required.

Learn how to safely use our industrial woodshop machines, understand foundational woodworking techniques, AND bring home a beautiful picture frame that you built (tip: it could be a lovely gift)! In this woodworking class you will learn how to take a piece of wood from a rough sawn board to a fully constructed picture frame ready to hang on your wall. All skill levels are welcome from total beginner to advanced.

You will learn tips and tricks for milling, how to cut rabbits and different methods for doing so. The best and different ways to cut miters. Different joinery methods, edge details, sanding and finishing techniques. Lastly we will go over how to cut glass and fully assemble your picture frame with your artwork/picture inside.

There will be an approximately 30min break for glue to dry. All materials you will need for the class are included in the cost of the class. However, Due to material planning, picture frames for this class cannot exceed a standard size of 11x14.

  • Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.

  • Class Capacity: 5 maximum, 2 minimum

  • Materials Provided?: Yes

  • Age Limit: 14+ (guardian required if under 18)

  • Partner Ticket Available?: Yes

  • Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

  • Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: Comfortable well fitted clothing, close-toed shoes, put your hair up, and be prepared to get a little dirty.

About the Teacher

This class will be taught by Tomas Vallejos. He is a Denver local who works as a custom picture framer, carpenter and woodworker with an emphasis in custom furniture making. He is also a current student of the fine woodworking program at Red Rocks Community College where he continues to ever expand on his woodworking knowledge and skills. Take a look at some of his work via his Instagram page @north20woodworkingco or website north20woodworkingco.com