Spoon Carving - half day introduction

£45.00

This beginner's class in spoon carving introduces you to the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife.

By carving a spoon, you can focus on becoming familiar with the tools of the craft without the pressure of knowing what to carve.

As you gain confidence with the tools, you begin to build a relationship with your small scale carving and understand the subtle and addictive qualities of this new hobby.

We will use green wood, freshly cut with a high moisture content. This is a beautiful and easy way to carve wood.

You are supported through the whole process and encouraged to explore carving in your own way and at your own pace. This is an exercise in slowing down and settling your attention.

All tools and materials are supplied and at the end of the session you will have your first carving started.

A large parachute canopy and a central fire will keep you dry and warm. A kettle on the fire will also provide you with tea throughout the day.

Location

This workshop is carried out at “The Clearing”, an outdoor purpose-built creative space in Lesnes Abbey Woods.

Find us on Google Maps: The Clearing, Lesnes Abbey Woods, Belvedere, SE2 0AX

Toilets are a 5 minute walk away at Lesnes Abbey Lodge.

What to bring

  • Boots or sturdy footwear to be worn - no open toed shoes - and weather appropriate clothing

  • Gloves if you have some

  • Water bottle

All protective equipment is supplied.


Whatever the weather, the workshop will proceed, except under high wind conditions or lightning.

Please email us @contactcreativenature@gmail.com if you have any questions, including around accessibility. We are keen to be able to accommodate everyone as best as possible. We look forward to meeting you in the woods!

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This beginner's class in spoon carving introduces you to the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife.

By carving a spoon, you can focus on becoming familiar with the tools of the craft without the pressure of knowing what to carve.

As you gain confidence with the tools, you begin to build a relationship with your small scale carving and understand the subtle and addictive qualities of this new hobby.

We will use green wood, freshly cut with a high moisture content. This is a beautiful and easy way to carve wood.

You are supported through the whole process and encouraged to explore carving in your own way and at your own pace. This is an exercise in slowing down and settling your attention.

All tools and materials are supplied and at the end of the session you will have your first carving started.

A large parachute canopy and a central fire will keep you dry and warm. A kettle on the fire will also provide you with tea throughout the day.

Location

This workshop is carried out at “The Clearing”, an outdoor purpose-built creative space in Lesnes Abbey Woods.

Find us on Google Maps: The Clearing, Lesnes Abbey Woods, Belvedere, SE2 0AX

Toilets are a 5 minute walk away at Lesnes Abbey Lodge.

What to bring

  • Boots or sturdy footwear to be worn - no open toed shoes - and weather appropriate clothing

  • Gloves if you have some

  • Water bottle

All protective equipment is supplied.


Whatever the weather, the workshop will proceed, except under high wind conditions or lightning.

Please email us @contactcreativenature@gmail.com if you have any questions, including around accessibility. We are keen to be able to accommodate everyone as best as possible. We look forward to meeting you in the woods!

Please note that this workshop will only take place if the required minimum number of participants is reached. You will be notified one week before the date of the workshop if it needs to be rescheduled. Alternative dates will be offered, but no refunds. Thank you for your support.