The Art of Boat Building Courses

How to Prime and Paint a Wooden Boat

Learn expert techniques for priming and painting wooden boats, including primer and paint selection, application methods, and tips for achieving a beautiful finish on various boat surfaces.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Caulking a Small Wooden Boat

Learn traditional wooden boat caulking techniques, including cotton seam caulking and essential shipwright tools. Gain insights from a master craftsman's experience and explore the art of boat building.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making a Shipwright's Caulking Mallet

Crafting a shipwright's caulking mallet: learn design, preparation, and assembly techniques for this unique boatbuilding tool with its distinctive long head and longitudinal slots.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Methods of Spiling for a Boat Hull - Carvel Planking Part 1

Explore three spiling methods for capturing plank shapes in carvel boat construction. Learn essential techniques for accurate hull planking in wooden boat building.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Transforming a Wooden Seat Post to Bronze - The Art of Boat Building

Learn to transform a traditional wooden seat post into a durable bronze version using sheet silicon bronze and silver soldering techniques. Master the art of boat restoration with expert guidance.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Casting a Lead Ballast Keel for Wooden Boat Building

Experience the detailed process of casting a lead ballast keel for a Somes Sound 12 1/2 sailboat, demonstrated by expert boat builders during a fall retreat workshop at Bob Emser's Studio.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sailing Skylark: A Haven 12 1/2 in Action

Witness the beauty of Skylark, a Haven 12 1/2 sailboat, as it takes to the water. Experience its award-winning craftsmanship and the culmination of a passionate boat-building journey.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making a Dock Cleat with Template and Dimensions

Step-by-step guide to crafting a durable 10" ash wood dock cleat, including template use, dimensions, and finishing with Penofin Brazilian Rosewood Oil for longevity and beauty.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sculpting a Bronze Skylark Masthead - The Art of Boat Building - Episode 69

Learn to sculpt a bronze skylark masthead, from fitting the mast cone to welding techniques. Explore the symbolism behind the skylark and create a beautiful, meaningful boat ornament.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building Three Workshop Saw Horses: Folding, Strap, and Manning Designs - Episode 1

Master the construction of three essential workshop saw horses, including a folding design with storage shelf, sling boat stand, and Manning bench, with detailed building instructions and practical applications.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Assemble the Little AUK Kayak Strongback - Step-by-Step Guide - Episode 4

Master the essential process of building a strongback for the Little AUK 11 kayak through detailed assembly instructions and expert guidance for creating a solid foundation for your boat build.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building the Wood Duck 12 Kayak Deck - Assembly Tutorial - Episode 3

Master detailed deck assembly techniques for the Wood Duck 12 kayak through expert guidance on crafting, shaping, and fitting components for a professional-quality finish.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building a Wood Duck 12 Kayak - Episode 2

Master the stitch-and-glue kayak building process through practical demonstrations of hull assembly, including essential techniques for sanding, beveling, bending, and clamping panels with copper wire stitching.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Guide to Fitting the Outer Stem and Fairing a Strip Planked Kayak - Episode 9

Master the techniques for fitting outer stems and fairing strip-planked kayaks with step-by-step demonstrations on shaping, sanding, and finishing to create a strong, seamless, and beautifully smooth hull.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Strip Planking a Little Auk 11 Kayak - Part 1

Master essential strip planking techniques for building a Little Auk 11 kayak hull, including detailed guidance on fitting and shaping cedar strips for a sleek, lightweight design.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video