Class Description
Paddle Carving: An Introduction to Hand Tools
Sharp edge tools become an extension of your will. Carving a canoe paddle from a solid piece of cherry is an inspiring way to familiarize yourself with their capabilities, and yours.
In this class, you will use a variety of planes, a spokeshave, a chisel, and cabinet scraper to reveal the beautiful, functional paddle that exists within your board.
Each participant will be carving one custom-sized paddle made of solid cherry. While many similar classes work with laminated paddles, it is a fundamentally different sensory experience to work with a solid piece. You will take a deep dive into understanding wood grain and it's behavior, while enjoying an almost meditative process of shearing fibers.
This is a weekday evening version of this class. We will meet 3 times on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6pm to 9pm. All tools and materials are provided. Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothes. If you are interested in bringing your own plane, block plane or spokeshave - make sure they are sharp.
May 28th, June 2nd and 4th 6pm-9pm
$220 Instruction fee
$60 Materials fee
