Introduction to Carving with Paul Reiber



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July 21, 2026 - July 25, 2026
Daily Schedule: 8:30am - 5:30pm

This class will introduce students to the tools, techniques and procedures  involved in relief carving in wood.

Objectives

     Familiarize students with woodcarving tools, their types and the procedure for sharpening them.

Produce a sequence of projects introducing various techniques.

Discuss design considerations special to relief carving in wood.

All tools are provided.

If you are interested in purchasing your own carving tools, please contact Paul at preiber@mcn.org for a suggested list.


Course Schedule


Class Outline
Safety
Tools – types, shapes sizes
Carving process
Holding the work
Grounding – exercise
Setting in – exercise
Bosting – exercises
Project – assigned carving
Modeling
Detailing
Design Considerations
Point of view
Function
Grain direction
Wood selection
Finishing

Assignments
Complete correct sharpening of at least several different tools
3 exercises
1 assigned project


Registration & More Info


Click here to see more information about registering for this course, including where to find prices, etc.

Questions? Use the contact info below.


woodshop@mcn.org

707-964-7056

The Krenov School
440 Alger Street
Fort Bragg, CA, 95437