Carving Classes (Ages 18 and Up)
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Woodcarving is increasingly a lost art in American society. The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is helping to keep the tradition alive for future generations! For the first time, the museum is now offering three difficult levels of courses! The Carrousel Museum has the perfect opportunity for both skilled carvers and those who have never touched a chisel. Space is limited to 10 Students Per Class
All classes are taught by Doug Bathke, a Trustee at the museum who has been carving for over 55 years and teaching for over 45 years. Call 716-693-1885 to for questions and registration. Classes are a series and cannot be taken individually. Fees are non-refundable after the first class. Classes are for individuals 18 and up. |
Now introducing an INTERMEDIATE Course!
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Beginner Woodcarving #101
Saturday, Sept. 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th 9am - 12pm $110 ($100 for Carousel Society Members) This class is aimed at students who have no carving experience or are self-taught carvers. The class introduces tool safety, sharpening, material selection, and finishing. Participants will work on a different project each week. Fee includes instruction, a tool kit to keep, and materials for projects; students bring a pencil to class. Intermediate Woodcarving #102 *NEW* Saturday, Sept. 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th 1pm - 4pm $95 ($90 for Carousel Society Members) Admission to this class is with completion of #101 or by instructor approval. Our projects are a carving in the round and a relief carving. A pattern and wood will be supplied. The students must bring their own tools: a ruler, a pencil, two 6 inch bench clamps and a non-slip pad. Advanced Woodcarving #103 Wednesday, Sept. 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd 1pm - 4pm $95 ($90 for Carousel Society Members) Admission to this class is with completion of #101 and #102 or by instructor approval. Class project is a bird. The students must bring their own tools: a ruler, a pencil, two 6 inch bench clamps and a non-slip pad. A pattern and wood will be supplied OR students may supply their own pattern and wood to receive guidance on their project. |
