Introduction to Wood Carving and Whittling
When: Saturday, July 12 (9am-3pm)
Where: Old School Makerspace (2659 Eisenhauer Rd.)
What: This introductory course on wood carving with knives explores various techniques from whittling and spoon carving traditions. Students will learn essential skills such as knife sharpening, safe cutting methods, and grain direction analysis. The course covers diverse projects including a Moravian Star, wooden ball, spoon, and wood spirit carving. Participants will gain hands-on experience with various tools like hook knives, gouges, rasps, and files. The curriculum also introduces decorative embellishment techniques, providing a comprehensive foundation in wood carving artistry.
Age Requirement: Participants must be 10 years or older
Cost: $75. This class will run with a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 10. If this class does not receive sufficient registration, you will be notified the week of the class and your tuition will be refunded.
**Scholarships- If you would like to request a scholarship, please choose the option "Request Scholarship". Then send an email to director@oldschoolmakerspace.com with a brief explanation of any extenuating circumstances and indicating whether you need a partial or full scholarship. If requesting a partial scholarship, please indicate what portion of the tuition you can afford to pay.
Instructor: Ryan Barnard
Where: Old School Makerspace (2659 Eisenhauer Rd.)
What: This introductory course on wood carving with knives explores various techniques from whittling and spoon carving traditions. Students will learn essential skills such as knife sharpening, safe cutting methods, and grain direction analysis. The course covers diverse projects including a Moravian Star, wooden ball, spoon, and wood spirit carving. Participants will gain hands-on experience with various tools like hook knives, gouges, rasps, and files. The curriculum also introduces decorative embellishment techniques, providing a comprehensive foundation in wood carving artistry.
Age Requirement: Participants must be 10 years or older
Cost: $75. This class will run with a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 10. If this class does not receive sufficient registration, you will be notified the week of the class and your tuition will be refunded.
**Scholarships- If you would like to request a scholarship, please choose the option "Request Scholarship". Then send an email to director@oldschoolmakerspace.com with a brief explanation of any extenuating circumstances and indicating whether you need a partial or full scholarship. If requesting a partial scholarship, please indicate what portion of the tuition you can afford to pay.
Instructor: Ryan Barnard