Greenwood Spoon Carving

Event: Greenwood Spoon Carving

Artist Instructor: Alex Gemme

Date & Time: Saturday, August 16 10AM-2PM

Cost: $75

 

In this one day course, you will have the opportunity to learn the basics of wood carving through the process of handcrafting a wooden spoon. We will take a deep dive into the whole process - from tree to spoon.  Starting with wood selection, processing rounds into blanks, and going over the basics of tool use, we will then embark on the journey of spoon design, carving, and finishing. 

All skill levels welcome.

 

Cost includes the use of tools, wooden spoon blanks, sandpaper, finishing oil and instruction!

 

To register, email Alex at agemme721@gmail.com.  Registration fees can be paid with Venmo, cash or check.

 

Alex Gemme co-founded a farm/forest school at Bread and Butter Farm and has been teaching there for the past 8 years. He has been turning bowls and carving spoons for the past decade.