She seems like a great person. She just got back from a month long exchange event in PA. I went to her website www.lynneyamaguchi.com and I must say, she is one incredible turner. She seems to have a real passion for it far beyond the norm. Next month she's going to do a slide show from the event. I can't wait! I should have brought my camera today. There were some HF pieces that were exquisite. I'm very sorry I didn't take pics and I promise I will next month.