Carving Small Animals with Carol Russell @ Wollongong Wood Workshops & Market
Event description
Carving Small Animals with Character with Carol Russell
Explore the gentle, meditative art of wood carving by learning to
carve small animal forms. The emphasis of this class is to learn to
create a three-dimensional sculpture hand-held using simple hand
tools. In this class you will learn how to carve small abstract animal forms that
capture the essence of your subject. These little sculptures are full of
delight and are a great way to find your own creative voice whilst
learning the technical side of using carving tools.
The timber used for these little sculptures is very much part of the story,
the form can be influenced by the grain, so timber choice is important.
We’ll work with a variety of beautiful Australian timber.
The class will cover:
- Timber and tool selection.
- Cutting blanks by hand
- Sharpening.
- Safe carving techniques
Finishing using milk paint, natural pigments, oils and charring.
No previous experience necessary. Beginners Welcome.
Please bring an apron & wear closed in shoes.
All tools and materials are supplied, however if you have
tools you’d like to bring, please feel free.
Over 18 years only