Wood Carving Classes
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Wood Whittling
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Discover the art of shaping wood into expressive, small-scale sculptures using simple hand tools. Build foundational skills in safe tool handling, design planning, and carving techniques that bring your ideas to life. Progress from rough shaping to refined detailing, finishing with smooth surfaces and optional treatments. Ideal for beginners seeking a focused, hands-on creative practice.
Nov 3rd
11am–2pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Nov 3rd
5–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 11am–2pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Direct Carving in Wood
The Compleat Sculptor See all classes by this school @ 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Explore the craft of direct wood carving, letting the natural qualities of the wood guide your creative choices. Whether you are a beginner or have some carving experience, this hands-on class encourages you to work freely and build a deeper connection with your material. Lean into the challenge of subtractive sculpture and create unique pieces that reflect your vision.
Nov 9th
5:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Dec 7th
5:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Mon. Nov 9th, 5:30–8:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Kumiko Woodworking: Japanese Joinery
RESOBOX See all classes by this school @ 91 East 3rd St, New York, NY
Discover the beauty of traditional Japanese woodworking through a hands-on, beginner-friendly experience. Learn precise joinery techniques while creating intricate lattice patterns using handcrafted materials—no nails or glue required. Leave with a finished decorative piece and a deeper appreciation for this time-honored craft.
Oct 31st
1:30–3pm ET
$90
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Nov 22nd
1:30–3pm ET
$90
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Sat. Oct 31st, 1:30–3pm ET
(90 minutes)
Wood Carving
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Explore the rich history and contemporary applications of wood carving in this hands-on course. Discover the techniques, tools, and materials needed to create stunning wooden sculptures, and leave with a finished project showcasing your new skills. Set off on a creative journey with wood as your canvas and tap into the artistry within you.
Nov 10th
9am–12pm ET
Meets 11 Times
$480
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Jan 26th
9am–12pm ET
Meets 8 Times
$480
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Mar 30th
9am–12pm ET
Meets 8 Times
$480
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Tue. Nov 10th, 9am–12pm ET
(33 hours over 11 sessions)
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Wood Carving
Educational Alliance Art School See all classes by this school @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY
This class provides an introduction to basic wood carving to student who wants to include the craft in their art projects. With a creative mix of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experience, students will learn the various tools and woods available and their purpose. To understand how to visualize the finished work and thinking in 3-dimensions, students create a mock-up in styrofoam then transfer those ideas into...
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DIY Turning: Dishes from Offcuts
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of woodturning as you transform dried wood scraps into beautiful, functional pieces. Learn safe lathe operation, proper cutting techniques, and the fundamentals of turning as you shape plates, bowls, and more. Guided by a professional wood turner, you’ll gain hands-on experience and essential skills to bring your creative vision to life. No prior experience needed!
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$220
Ancient Traditions: Making Drums, Buckskin, and Leather
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Step into timeless traditions as you transform animal skins into resonant drums, soft buckskin, and durable leather. Guided by an experienced maker, you’ll learn hands-on techniques for preparing hides, shaping wood, and lacing drums. Conclude your journey by creating a personal hand drum, a meaningful connection to ancient craft and sound.
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Beginner Woodcarving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Get the basics of woodcarving down in this practical, hands-on workshop. You will practice carving techniques, learn to handle the tools, and discover how grain and species affect each piece. Whether you follow a design or carve freely, you will work with a curated selection of quality woods. A great introduction for first-time carvers.
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$178
Wooden Canoe Paddle Carving
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Craft a functional piece of outdoor craftsmanship entirely by hand while learning traditional shaping and carving techniques. Work with carefully selected wood to create a custom paddle tailored to your grip, reach, and paddling style. From refining the blade to smoothing the final finish, this hands-on experience blends creativity, precision, and practical skill. Leave with a handcrafted piece ready for your next adventure on the water.
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Intro to Whittling
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the art of shaping wood with simple tools and timeless techniques. Learn how to work with different types of wood, understand grain, and practice foundational carving skills. Guided by an experienced woodworker, you’ll create with confidence while exploring the beauty and character of natural materials.
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$165
Sunflower Relief Woodcarving for Beginners
Hudson River Maritime Museum See all classes by this school @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
Discover the fundamentals of traditional woodcarving through a guided sunflower relief project. Learn how to lay out a design and carve confidently with chisels and mallets while working in oak. Walk away with a finished wall hanging and a solid foundation in classic carving techniques.
Sat. Oct 10th, 1–4pm ET
(3 hours)
Wood Turning Boot Camp
Makeville Studio See all classes by this school @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn to turn! This weekend intensive combines two of most popular lathe classes into a two-day boot camp. Lathe 101: Intro to Turning A hands-on introduction to the art of turning wood on the lathe, covering lathe setup, operation and safety, carving techniques, and tool sharpening. This class provides a solid foundation for those interested in a range of turning projects, such as furniture parts, tool handles, and many more. Turning Bowls...
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Steam Bending Workshop
Makeville Studio See all classes by this school @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
This four session course will introduce you to the methods and processes of bending solid wood using steam while making a decorative bent wood lighting fixture. We will cover how to build a steam box using simple and affordable materials, how to select and prepare the wood, shaping the wood with molds, straps and drying racks, and joinery for bent wood projects. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? Yes Wear shop-appropriate...
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Carving and Shaping Intensive - Wooden Utensils
Makeville Studio See all classes by this school @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
Design and create an original utensil in solid hardwood! In this 1-day intensive, you will be introduced to methods of carving and shaping solid wood. Using the band saw, carving gouges, chisels, spokeshaves and rasps, you will create a utensil of your own design while focusing on the functionality, beauty and originality of the object. Included in this class is an introduction to band saw operation and safety for the purpose of roughing out shapes...
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Reviews for Wood Carving Classes in NYC
Wood Carving Classes in NYC are rated 4.4 stars based on 22 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Kumiko Woodworking: Japanese Joinery
Really enjoyable class and easy to follow along. Great to take home a piece of artwork too! -
Beginner Woodcarving
I signed my husband and me up for this course as a surprise birthday gift for him, and it was a blast! Vince was great at showing us the ropes, offering guidance when we needed it, and also letting us do our own thing. It felt like a day at the shop with friends. We're looking forward to more classes here in the future, and definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in learning about woodcarving. -
Beginner Woodcarving
It was so much fun! Vince, the instructor was patient and explained things when I asked so many questions! It was my first time wood carving and I made a hippo! All tools and materials were provided. Everybody was positive and supportive. I am definitely taking another class there. -
Wood Carving
This class was FANTASTIC. Carlos is an incredible teacher. He is always encouraging, knowledgeable, and interesting. He allows you the freedom to pursue what you are interested in and helps steer you along the way to complete your project. I also love how he introduces art/artists into class in ways that make you think about art differently. I will definitely be taking more classes with him. -
Wood Carving
Carlos Mendoza was a wonderful, knowledgeable and hands-on teacher. He introduced me to the wonderful world of sculpture and I will be forever grateful. -
Wood Carving
I greatly enjoyed the woodworking class with Carlos. I hadn’t worked with wood in decades and was pleased with what I created with Carlos’ help. On the very first day, he led us through an activity to use our imagination to come up with what we wanted to design. From there, it was a matter of refining ideas under Carlos’ great care and support. Carlos is kind and helpful and able to resourcefully solve problems with you.
