Randy Landen
Randy Landen
Cost $300 + blanks $26-$42)
Class Project: Caricature Carving for all carving levels.
Caricature Carving for all carving levels….beginner to advanced. Students can pick from a variety of different roughouts for the class. Roughout prices range from $26 - $42. Carving techniques with hand tools and knives (no power tools), plus instruction on painting with water-based acrylics and antiquing techniques. To see more of Randy's carvings visit randy@landenwoodcarving.com
John Engler
Tools: Safety glove, V-tools, knives, skews, flat gouges, fishtail gouges, and assortment of standard gouges. John's class will be a lesson in medium depth relief carving. Beginner to advanced carvers are welcome . No experience is necessary. Students will have a choice of subject matter including architectural, animal, and Christmas themes. No drawing will be required of the student as the subject is already on the piece of wood. Sizes of projects range from 9" x 12" to 12 " x 16" with a few larger projects available if desired. Students work at their own pace with both group and individual instruction. If time allows, a watercolor painting class will follow. John provides the paints and brushes for the students to purchase. View John's carvings at www.johnenglerwoodcarving.com.
Vic Hood
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Janet Denton-Cordell
Janet Denton Cordell Cost $325 + blank Class Project: Open Carving
Janet is a member of a family of woodcarvers with a combined total of over 210 years of woodcarving experience. She is recognized by the state of Arkansas as a master woodcarver, both for her skill in a large variety of subject material, and her focus on teaching others to share in woodcarving themselves.
This is a class with an open format, so you will need to contact Janet to make sure the project you want is available. You can carve the subject of your choice, with certain restrictions, so check first. Janet will bring a large variety of roughouts, ranging from animals to humans, but other subject materials are also available as band sawn blanks. Prices for projects vary. Contact Janet to discuss your project at email: janet_cordell@yahoo.com
Tools: Safety glove, large veiners with deep sweeps, a good selection of palm or mallet tools. Bring your own favorites also.
Pat Moore
Join Pat for a festive journey into the Art of Carving & Painting a Santa figure!
All Students will be working on the Same Santa side-by-side to ensure no one misses out on any of her “Tried & True” Techniques. Create a piece that’s not only beautiful but also a testament to your newfound skills. The Santa selected was designed specifically by Pat for enthusiasts of all levels to Carve & Paint a charming Santa figure from Start to Finish during this week’s session. Pat, renowned for her meticulous attention to detail & vibrant use of color, will guide you through each step, ensuring a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
Learn Pat’s efficient carving techniques along with basic human anatomy, layout & texturing. Discover the secret to creating happier, pleasing Santa faces. Then implement her painting techniques designed to help take the mystery out of this important step.
Tools suggested are a cut resistant glove, your favorite carving knives, hand/palm tools (such as various sized V-tools, Veiners & U-gouges). Pat will supply all Acrylic paints, but feel free to bring your favorite brushes; otherwise she will have plenty to share.
Sign up today & create a Santa figure that will spread Holiday Cheer for years to come!