Join us for Carving Classes designed for all ages and all skill levels
Over the years Chipping Away has been host to a number of really great learning opportunities. In the early 2000s a carvers’ conference was organized which ran for 3 years, bringing together hundreds of carvers from across North America to share in the art of wood carving. After the conference ended in 2005, Chipping Away continued to offer classes for all skill levels for a decade. Wonderful memories of the amazing teachers and the enthusiastic students who came out to build on their craft still reminisce to this day.
Chipping Away has a brand-new space that they cannot wait to space for carvers of all skill level. We encourage you to join in.
The time has come to start fresh, bringing folks together, offering lessons in carving, painting, and pyrography. We are working on a teacher community that will help engage learners, bring a new perspective on interesting project lessons, tested techniques, and a fresh look with the help of a group of highly skilled instructors.
Come join us, build new skills, and make some new friends.
Upcoming Classes for fall and Winter 2023/2024.
Please Note: A $50 deposit will be taken at the time of registration, a refund will only be given for cancellations made seven business days prior to the training session/workshop start date. If for any reason the class is cancelled on behalf of Chipping Away, a full refund will be given.
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Christmas Ornament Class ~ Beginner
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingDave will make this fun, he has some pretty funny stories to share about how he got into carving and how his cat actually brings him revenue. His cat works for him! Don't believe me...come ask him for yourself.CA $75.00 -
Gnome Home ~ Bark Carving – Intermediate
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingBark Carving is so unique, you will find so much adventure in creating this Gnome Home project that you may just develop a bit of an addiction.CA $115.00 -
Gnome Santa ~ Beginner
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingRick will teach you through the most basic levels of wood carving strategies. You will find yourself whittling by the fireplace in no time.CA $55.00 -
Santa Ornament ~ Beginner Class
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingRoger will get you carving with confidents and teach you the basics including how to hold a knife, how to progress thru the steps with ease, sealing the wood and painting the final project.CA $75.00 -
Soap Stone Carving Class ~ Bear with Eric
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingDon't miss this unique opportunity. Eric and his partner are makers of many things. He has great wisdom and many stories to share.CA $135.00 -
Tree Farm Charcuterie Board ~ Beginner Pyrography Class
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingCA $120.00
Tree Farm Charcuterie Board ~ Beginner Pyrography Class
In the Classroom, What's New In Wood CarvingHeather Martin will teach you how to create this Tree Farm Charcutier Board in time for holiday use or to gift to a loved one. You will learn a number of texture techniques and about the wide variety of pyrography tools available. She will discuss which woods are preferred and how to food-safe-finish your project. When creating pyrography projects design is always a big part of the journey, Heather makes this part easy with her back ground in art studies and her expertise in a multitude of mediums.CA $120.00