This class is a slightly more advanced introduction to using carving tools and getting the feel of working with wood. Through making your spoon, we will focus on carving techniques that will allow you to carve safely with confidence, as well as basic tool sharpening and food-safe wood finishing. Students will carve and finish a
John Francis Designs Carving Class Series: This class is a great introduction to using carving tools and getting the feel of working with wood. Through making your spoon, we will focus on carving techniques that will allow you to carve safely with confidence, as well as basic tool sharpening and food-safe wood finishing. Students will
Even if you’ve never worked glass before you will be able to go home with something functional after this two day class! For those students with some experience this can serve as a great introduction to hollow work and pipe making. The absolute beginner will find it a fun, if challenging, introduction to Flameworking and
The blown glass vessel is one of the most beautiful things to achieve. The interplay of air, fire, and the deft spin of the artisan combine into a subtle art. In this class we will make many miniature vessels, starting with small bowls and moving onto footed dishes and goblets (time allowing). This is a
The blown glass vessel is one of the most beautiful things to achieve. The interplay of air, fire, and the deft spin of the artisan combine into a subtle art. In this class we will make many miniature vessels, starting with small bowls and moving onto footed dishes and goblets (time allowing). This is a
For the total beginner to the experienced lampworker looking to learn a new design. In this shorter form workshop, Aaron Slater will teach one of his most successful ornament designs, the twisted icicle! It’s a classic that he has put his own spin on and a great way to make some gifts for your friends
Learn to artfully create Accordion Books and other book structures with internationally acclaimed artist and curator Maddy Rosenberg. Experiment with form and content to develop your vision or try something new. Artists and community members will learn to adapt their own interests to this new medium. Bring your imagination. All materials are included. Make an
John Francis Designs Carving Class Series: In this class we will carve and shape a wooden grain scoop. We will learn to use a mallet and gouge, carving gouges, knives, drawknife, and spokeshave. We will also be using a bandsaw to cut the spoon handle. This is a great intro to carving class, a wide
John Francis Designs Carving Class Series: This class is a great introduction to using carving tools and getting the feel of working with wood. Through making your spoon, we will focus on carving techniques that will allow you to carve safely with confidence, as well as basic tool sharpening and food-safe wood finishing. Students will
John Francis Designs offers this intermediate class, going more in-depth to the design and carving process than the Intro class. Students will be able to select a piece of wood and draw a spoon of their own design. The blanks will be cut on a bandsaw, then carved and finished using gouges, drawknives, spokeshaves, and
