Details
"Chip Carving" is an ancient form of wood-surface decoration. It can be applied to wood surfaces both practical and decorative. Examples can be seen on jewelry, Christmas ornaments, boxes, furniture, door frames, spoons and more! In this class each student will have guided practice, then choose/create a traditional Rosette pattern to complete their own Chip Carving artwork.
This hands-on class covers:
The tools used in modern and old-world Chip Carving
Wood surface preparation
Hand positions for safety, accuracy and consistent cuts
Chip Carving styles, techniques, and specific cuts
Design and transfer of paper patterns, and using a compass and ruler to layout an unlimited variety of designs directly onto the wood.
Finishing - cleaning up the cuts, applying oils, stains, and varnishes.
A full set of 5 tools for all styles of chip carving, tool roll and sharpening strop, will be available for sale at 25% off.
Date: Saturday, April 15, 2023
Time: 1PM - 4:30PM
Ages: 8+ (8-12 accompanied by an adult)
Location: Thoreau College Campus, Viroqua, WI
Materials Fee: All tools will be provided for use in class. I am providing Beavercraft tools for high-quality, affordable and successful chip carving/geometric carving.
Materials Fee:
With your Materials fee, take home the most useful tools for you, to continue your carving practice.
$40.00 with two knives for various styles of chip carving.
(Includes two knives, practice board and class project.)
$10.00 without knives.
(Includes practice board and class project)
Paid material fee can be applied to the complete set of knives.
Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines (Not including materials fees)
Supporter Level Ticket: $65
This tier reflects the full value of the offering. If you move through the world with financial ease and the means to fulfill many of your wants as well as your needs – you are able to eat out when you want, abundantly meet your needs through employment or can comfortably not work, have access to family wealth, own property, etc. – consider paying at this level, which will help us ensure the long term sustainability of our programs while keeping our offerings accessible to those with access to fewer resources.
Sustainer Level Ticket: $50
If you are able to meet your needs with relative ease while budgeting your educational and entertainment spending – for instance, you are able to take multiple classes per year and eat out occasionally as long as you are mindful – consider paying at this level, which will help sustain the work of the Folk School at a modest level.
Supported Level Ticket: $35
If you struggle to fund your basic needs and have limited access to resources in your family and community, or if you would not be able to access this offering without a discounted payment option, consider paying at this level. We value your presence and contributions to our community and do not want any economic circumstances to be a barrier to attendance!
Level: Beginner
Instructions
Please bring water and snacks as you desire, and a notebook if you wish. Practice materials will be supplied.