Ongoing Woodcarving classes
The only woodcarving school for beginners in New York City
Easy access by the E and F express trains and G, R, V, and M local trains - or Q23 and Q54 buses.
Ongoing group or individual instruction
Click here to inquire about class schedules, or call (718) 544-0265 for further details.
We offer Group Rates and Courses for Women & Women's Groups
1. Woodcarving for Beginners
No experience necessary. Courses include instruction in low-relief and simple 3-Dimensional carving. Skills developed may provide you with a lifelong hobby, gift-giving or extra income. The course includes 3 projects – All carving materials and on-site use of tools and equipment will be provided. Free membership to the Woodcarvers' Club available. $200 for 4 two-hour sessions. Gift Certificates Available!
2. High Relief and 3-D Carving*
Continuation of Woodcarving 1, further developing woodcarving skills and project design. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
3. Lettering and Sign Carving*
Learn sign making while carving a name plaque and house number for yourself. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
4. Tree Spirits and Walking Sticks*
Learn to whittle with a knife. Major emphasis on facial proportions. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
5. Green Carving*
Enjoy woodcarving by using reclaimed furniture and other selected branches and recycled wood. By using imagination and developing skill, you can create beautiful woodcarvings. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
6. Mirror and Clock*
Design and carve a mirror and clock. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
7. Chip Carving*
Apply simplified chip carving designs to decorate wooden boxes, furniture and other wooden objects. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
8. Love Spoons and Decorative Bowls* - NEW
Learn to design and carve one-of-a-kind love spoons and decorative bowls. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
9. Woodcarving in Portraiture* - NEW
Learn to carve realistic likenesses in relief and 3-dimensions. Emphasis on facial proportions. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
10. Drawing and Patternmaking For Beginners - NEW
Beginner pencil drawing with emphasis on self-portrait, still life, and landscapes, as well as patternmaking for woodcarving designs.
Skills developed in this course will give you a life-long pleasure in drawing. Materials not included. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
11. Independent Woodcarving Projects- NEW
Carve whatever your heart desires using your own tools and materials. Must have prior woodcarving experience. $150 for 4 two-hour sessions.
* Prerequisite: Woodcarving for Beginners. Course requires a material and preparation charge of $50.
Come join the fun!!
Click here to inquire about class schedules, or call (718) 544-0265 for further details.
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Some samples of student-created classwork
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