Ref: SSW33450
During this course, you will be taken through the process of carving your chosen fish. You will carve in lime, a wood favoured by the master carver of the 18th century, Grinling Gibbons. The subtle qualities of limewood bring sculpture to the fore, without having to wrestle with a troublesome grain, and this gives the opportunity for creating the many intracies of a fish.
As you work, you will be taught to use woodcarving chisels safely, both with the mallet and by hand. You will be provided with a pre-cut piece of lime wood to carve, in order to speed up the process and allow you to get started quickly with the wood carving tools and the creation of form.
By the end of the weekend, you will have carved a finished fish. This can be simply clear-sealed on the day and waxed at your leisure or, if you wish to take it further, your tutor will advise you on the best approach of using pigments and paints.
Having completed the course, you will be able to plan and design further shallow relief carving projects and be in the perfect position to develop your new found skills further.
Timetable for 2 day, short weekend courses
Saturday, session one: 10am-1pm & 2-5pm. Please arrive by 9.45am.
Sunday, session two: 9am-1pm & 2-4pm.
Lunch and tea/coffee is included.
Alex Jones learnt his craft at City & Guilds Art College and in a traditional studio before concentrating commissions. His work can be seen at Durrell Wildlife Park, Jersey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Cornwall. He has many pieces in private collections worldwide and has appeared on the BBC's Spring Watch and as a featured artist on the TV programme "Flog it!"
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
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