WORKSHOP | 3 Week Wood Carving Course with Theresa Darmody

When: February 23, March 2 + 9

Time: 5:30pm-8pm

Where: artisan's workshop location, 170 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

Cost: $440 per person, limited to 7 places

About the workshop:

This workshop series is very hands-on. Participants will carve a functional spoon and a scoop using just a few tools. Attendees will learn how to use a gouge, drawknife and carving knife enabling them to carve safely and efficiently. They will also become familiar with the direction of timber grain and learn how to work with the grain to achieve beautiful results. Participants will be also explore a range of finishing techniques. This is an intimate capped class, in which attendees will get one-on-one assistance from Theresa.

Weekly Overview

Week 1 – Create a spoon. Learn how to safely use gouge, drawknife and carving knife. 

Week 2 – Create a scoop. Learn how to further develop skills and be introduced to spokeshave and scrapers for refined carving. Sanding will need to be completed before week 3. 

Week 3 – Finishing the projects. Participants will have the opportunity to paint, scorch, burnish, seal and wax their creations to obtain the desired effect. 

Included in workshop ticket:

• Your finished wooden creations to take home
• All equipment, materials and wood
• Info handout to take home
• Light refreshments

What to bring:

• Clothes that can get dirty, or an apron
• Sturdy closed in shoes

About the facilitator:

Theresa Darmody relocated to Brisbane 5 years ago as a painter- seeking to include some sculptural pieces in an exhibition, she attended a carving workshop, which got her hooked on carving! Theresa’s paintbrushes and paints are now in storage and she finds herself carving every day. She enjoys making functional pieces such as spoons, combs and bowls as well as purely sculptural objects. She is fascinated by the form of the object and the nature of each piece of wood. Find more of her work at @theresadarmody on Instagram.

Skill Level: The workshop is particularly suitable for those with no carving experience.
A carving knife can be purchased from Theresa if participants would like to work on their designs at home.

COVID-Safe Policy:

Please be assured artisan has well considered COVID-safe protocols regarding our workshop programming. You will be offered socially distanced seating, access to your own PPE sanitation options at your workspace, and a large extremely well-ventilated workshop venue.

Workshop Cancellation Policy:

Please note this workshop can be cancelled by artisan due to unforeseen circumstances or if minimum numbers are not reached. In this event participants will be refunded accordingly and as soon as possible.

Participant Cancellation Policy:

Workshops have limited spaces and involve preparation by the facilitator. Bookings cancelled up to two weeks prior to the start of the workshop may be refunded, but a 20% non-refundable administration fee will be deducted. Bookings cancelled within two weeks of the workshop commencing will NOT be refunded. Refunds are to be processed by the attendee through Humanitix.

Workshop Transfer Policy:

You may transfer your booking into an alternative workshop up to two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Any difference in cost will be charged accordingly. Please endeavor to complete any transfers at least two weeks prior to the workshop.

You are also welcome to transfer your booking to another person prior to the workshop commencing. Please confirm this arrangement in writing to workshop@artisan.org.au.