Hey guys, I'm sure this isn't the first time seeing these questions but everyone is different and I'm hoping you guys could give me some tips. So, I'm a very handy person and I've always loved working with wood. Right now the idea of wood turning is only an interest but I'm hoping to turn it into a hobby and see where it goes from there. I am interested in making bowls and even large artistic vases plus messing around with small things like spoons or razor handles to hone skills. I know that the large vases would require a large lathe and i wanted you opinions on something like the Laguna REVO 20-36. This type and size is quite expensive and I'm wondering what else besides scrapers and chisels would i need or you think would be a smart purchase? I'm in the santa barbara CA area and have been looking for someone around here that i could use as a mentor to learn and come to when i have questions. thanks a lot guys.