Wood carving courses

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Carving with wood is a rather rare skill these days. Yet anyone with a sharp knife and a block of timber can try their hand at whittling. The tools and materials used have not varied for hundreds of years. Carving workshops in this section include traditional spoon carving in the Peak District, relief carving courses in the Yorkshire Dales, love spoon carving in wales and even rocking horse carving!

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Spoon carving for beginners

Spoon carving for beginners

London - Next course on 18th October 2019

This regular class in spoon carving, introduces the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife. By carving a spoon, which is by nature a functional object and one we are all familiar with, we are free from the pressure of knowing what to carve and instead we can become familiar with the tools of this craft. As you gain confidence with the tools, you begin to build a relationship with small scale carving and understand the subtle and addictive qualities of this new hobby. We...

Carving & sculpture workshops

Carving & sculpture workshops

Learn how to carve in a single day with one-to-one tuition. A one day course specifically aimed at complete beginners with no previous knowledge. Learn how to carve a relief in wood in a single day, (the very foundation of all sculpture in the round) with highly personal one to one tuition in the beautiful surroundings of the Peak District National Park. One to one tuition is by far the best and quickest way to learn a new skill, without the usual distractions of a group situation. This is a...

Beginners spoon carving

Beginners spoon carving

Norfolk - Next course on 10th November 2019

The day involves: * An introduction to the greenwood [trees and types of wood for carving] * How to use axes and cutting tools safely * Sharpening axes and knives * Axe and knife techniques * Technical overview of the carving process * Carve your own cooking spoon Lunch * Carve your own cooking spoon, continued * Aftercare of your spoon which you take away with you!

Carve a rocking horse head

Carve a rocking horse head

Yorkshire - Next course on 7th November 2019

These courses are aimed at those wishing to make a traditional wooden carved rocking horse. We will show you the traditional approach to rocking horse carving using hand tools. Previous carving experience is not necessary - all skill levels are accommodated and each student will successfully complete the carving of a rocking horse's head during the course! Three days individual tuition. Carve-a-Head courses run 10am till 4pm on the first two days, 10am to 3pm on the final day (but we will start earlier and run later if need be!),...

Wood carving for beginners and improvers at Ness Botanic Gardens Cheshire

Wood carving for beginners and improvers at Ness Botanic Gardens Cheshire

Cheshire - Next course on 25th January 2020

This practical 2 day weekend course is designed for complete beginners with no previous experience, and those with a small amount of experience who wish to improve their wood carving skills. Students will learn the basic skills necessary to creatively carve wood with hand tools. For adults age 18+. The venue, Ness Botanic Gardens on the banks of the River Dee, is widely known for its plant collections and beauty, plus there is a great café on site. Your tutor, John White, is an experienced woodcarver, he has over thirty...

Shrink pot making course

Shrink pot making course

Wiltshire - Next course on 2nd November 2019

Here’s another Award-Winning Course from Explore the Great Outdoors, Winners of the Best Woodland Courses 2019. During your time spent with us you will learn how to carve a shrink pot the Scandinavian way. Your tutors will pass on the knowledge they have gained from their time spent studying the art of making shrink pots with the world-famous Swedish master craftsman Jögge Sundqvist. This course runs from our semi ancient woodland site near Warminster from 9.30am to 4pm with a half hour break for lunch. Minimum age is 18, younger...

Creative venue available in Norfolk

Creative venue available in Norfolk

We are offering our home and gardens as a creative venue for wood carving (particularly spoon and bowl carving), life drawing and portraiture workshops. Our home, originally Fersfield village hall and primary school, has a large private back garden and off-road parking for up to three cars. Already used as a studio and venue for spoon carving workshops, the setting is on the edge of Fersfield, a sleepy village on the Norfolk-Suffolk border easily accessible from the A1066 Diss - Thetford road. The gardens contain mature trees and several out-buildings...

Two day wood carving

Two day wood carving

Yorkshire - Next course on 23rd November 2019

Enjoy a two day woodcarving course with professional sculptor Jason Turpin Thomson. Jason will encourage your confident use of a range of hand tools that will enable tour carving style to emerge from sections of hardwoods. Starting with an idea, a drawing or an intuitive launch into the material, Jason will provide illustrative demonstrations and advice along the way. Jason’s 25 years of experience and skilful versatility cuts across a wide range of carving techniques spanning full tree carvings, relief panels and tiny handheld sculptures. Jason will help you in...

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Cumbria - Next course on 26th October 2019

All dates for 2019 are now full. Please see top right for the 2020 dates. 2 day box making courses held on weekends throughout the year in beautiful Cumbria. Make your own handmade wooden box. The courses are fun and relaxed, yet will give you the skills & confidence to make stunning boxes on your own. The courses are run from a fully equipped cabinet making workshop. All tools and safety equipment are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own tools if you wish. Ear defenders and dust...

Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury with Mark Saich and Jill Swan

Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury with Mark Saich and Jill Swan

Kent - Next course on 9th November 2019

Your tutors will guide you through the process from selecting a log through to a completed spoon. About the tutors: Mark Saich Originally trained as a carpenter/joiner, Mark has worked as an eco-builder, sustainable construction consultant and trainer. He has a degree in Environmental Sciences, obtained a post graduate diploma at the Centre of Alternative Technology. He now owns and lives in 23 acres (the venue) of woodland practicing green woodworking and sustainable woodland management. Jill Swan Studied sculpture at Kennington art school. She took up spoon carving shortly after...

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