Deborah will teach you how to make a pocket spoon (a spoon to carry with you for street food and picnics!).

Using locally sourced greenwood, you will investigate the properties of different species of wood. Working with ready cut blanks, you will learn about drawing the spoon shape on the wood as a means of developing imagination and understanding form. You will learn about the different planes and the crank, as well as learning safe knife holds in order to efficiently and confidently make a better spoon.

Spoon carving is a mindful activity. It requires focus and is an opportunity to master something truly rewarding. This course involves the use of sharp hand tools in close proximity to the body, Full demonstration and tuition will be given for their use but a calm, patient and focused attitude is essential for the safe practice and wellbeing of the group. Tutor supervision is required at all times when students work in this workshop.

We ask that all students arrive promptly for the 11am start as there is a lot to fit into the day’s carving.

Included

On this course the tutor will supply a greenwood blank (20 x 5cms) to carve.

What students need to bring

An apron and sturdy footwear is essential

Necessary tools will be supplied for use on the day, including sloyd carving knives, spoon knives, flexible rulers and watercolour pencils.

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes). Tutor supervision required at all times. Tutor supervision required at all times.

Daily Timetable

Course teaching 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)  
Morning teaching 11am-1pm
Lunch break between 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes 5.15pm  
 

Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section.

Refreshments

Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.

Access

If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.

Safety

Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.

Refunds and cancellations

Please refer to our terms & conditions below.

Disclaimer

The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.

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