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WORKSHOP: "Chip Wood Carving" @ Art of the Lakes Gallery, Battle Lake

  • ​Art of the Lakes 108 Lake Avenue S Battle Lake, MN 56515 United States (map)

FEE: $50 Member, $55 Non-Member
$45 Member, $50 Non-Member by August 7
$5 for materials payable to instructor at class

Chip Wood Carving

Instructor: Joe Hauger
Art of the Lakes Gallery
August 21, 10:00am - 4:30pm

This will be an introductory class into the fun art of chip carving. Chip carving involves taking small chips out of a flat piece of wood to make a geometric design, and is one of the easiest forms of woodcarving for beginners to try. It can also be used to embellish things like wooden spoons.

In this class, students will learn basics such as laying out a design and keeping the knife sharp, then will work on a practice board to learn basic chip carving cuts. Students will have the opportunity to finish a small project such as a coaster or Christmas ornament to take home. No prior woodcarving experience needed, but as with other types of carving some degree of hand grip strength is necessary. Experienced carvers are welcome as well. Tools are available to use during this class.