Woodworking
Carving Afternoon (Free)
Gather with other woodcarvers to share tips, explore different techniques, and work on individual carving projects.
Meeting Times
- Sun, 1/7/2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sun, 1/14/2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sun, 1/21/2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sun, 1/28/2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sun, 1/7/2024 - Sun, 1/28/2024
About
More a weekly gathering than a class, Carving Afternoon is open to beginners as well as experienced woodcarvers and requires no registration. Work on your own project or, if you're a beginner, one that is provided (a simple basswood figure or design).
Each session begins with basic safety and carving instruction, so beginners should plan to arrive promptly at 1 PM. Blanks for a simple carving project and all tools will be provided.
More experienced carvers should bring a project to work on as well as any personal carving tools, although BARN tools also are available. Once beginners are engaged in their projects, there will be time at each session to explore more complicated techniques, discuss carving traditions, learn about topics such as sharpening or wood selection, and get advice about the best way to proceed.
This overlaps with Open Studio, so you're welcome to continue carving beyond the time this event ends. Open Studio is free to members, and $20, payable by cash or check in the studio, for guests. Please note that Open Studio has prerequisites (see below).
Materials
All materials and tools are provided at no cost for the instructor-led project. Participants must bring materials for their independent projects.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in Carving Afternoon. However, if you want to use power tools to prepare your own carving blanks or do any other work in the shop, you need to qualify first by taking:
Class Policies
- Ages 14 and up are welcome.
- You must wear closed-toe shoes. If you stay longer and work in the main shop, you must also tie back long hair and avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Jeff Iller
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