Wood carving courses

 in 
Berlin-Charlottenburg

Carving

Wood carving is an artistic process full of freedom, possibility, and discovery. It opens up new ways of creating — beyond speed and perfection. Working with knives, gouges, and mallets is an experience that takes time, yet retains its unique character. You inscribe your idea into the wood, and it begins to “respond.” A hand-carved object always carries a memory within it — and often already the spark for the next project.

Wood

is a natural, renewable material with character. It changes over the years and gains expression. With the right care and treatment, its beauty can be preserved and shaped according to individual preferences. Compared to plastic, wood has antibacterial properties and is therefore ideal for kitchen utensils such as spoons, scrapers, and bowls. 

You will make your first attempts with lime wood, the best wood for beginners and ideal for carving. It is soft, fine-pored, and easy to sand and stain. I will also be happy to show you other types of wood and explain some of the differences you will encounter when carving. If you decide to make a spoon, you will start with a blank piece of wood. A blank is an unworked or roughly pre-shaped piece of wood that serves as the starting material for your work.

Courses 

“Basis,” “Starter,” and “Weekend” are aimed at beginners with little or no prior woodworking experience. With guidance, participants create either a spoon or a pencil holder. The courses mainly use carving knives, but also gouges and chisels. The workshops take place in Berlin-Charlottenburg in a cozy storefront studio with a workshop basement. In small groups of just 2–3 participants, you receive personalized, “tailor-carved” guidance.