Carving - Kuksa Carving with Paul Adamson
Description
Known as Kuksa in Finnish, Kasa in Swedish, or Guksi by the Sami people, these cups are a joy to make and use. From tree to finished drinking cup you will be shown and practice every stage of the carving process. Holding devices will be provided as well as all the tools and equipment needed, and you will be surprised at what you can achieve over the course. You will go away from the course with items you have made, the skills to share with others, and lots of inspiration to take your carving further. Paul Adamson who wrote the book Kuksa – A guide to hand carved wooden cups will be your tutor for this course.
What's included in the price?
All tuition, tool use, materials, a hot veggie lunch and copious amounts of tea/coffee and biscuits.
Duration
2 days
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Greenwood Days have been running woodland craft courses since 1998, from a beautiful 90 acre wood in the National Forest on the Leicestershire/Derbyshire border. We offer day, weekend, midweek and week-long courses ranging from traditional Windsor chair-making to contemporary willow sculpture, longbow making to spoon carving. Our tutors are all highly skilled professional craft workers who share our passion for preserving, promoting and passing on these crafts and techniques.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Advanced/pro level
- UK Holiday
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
