SPOON CARVING WITH KIKO DENZER
Class Details
All tools and materials provided.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Accessibility note: Basic hand strength helpful.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our "pop up" style classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.
This class is not currently being offered.
The beauty of spoon carving requires just wood, two knives, saw and/or hatchet, and a place to sit - no vise, mallet, workbench, or noisy power tools needed. In this class, Kiko will provide blanks cut from green wood, and two basic blades (straight and curved), so that you can focus on practicing specific grips and the techniques that (eventually!) make the work easy and pleasant.
Repetition builds consistency, consistency builds confidence, confidence makes more beautiful chips and shavings, beautiful chips and shavings release beautiful spoons from beautiful trees! Your experience and questions help shape the class, but in general, Kiko will cover all the basics, including tool and material info, sharpening, sourcing wood, finishing, and design.
Age Requirement: This class is for adults and youth 12-17 if their parent or guardian is also registered for the class.
