Carving Small Animals with Carol Russell @ Wollongong Wood Workshops & Market

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