Dala Horse Carving
Tuition: $160 | Materials: $20
Traditionally carved from pine wood scraps leftover by builders, the Dala Horse is a national symbol of Sweden and marks those dark winter days when carvers sit by the woodstove to whittle. More info...
In this seasonal workshop, students will learn Scandinavian flat-plane figure carving techniques as we work on our own dala-inspired horses. With roots in the 1700s, the famous wood carvers of the Swedish Dalarna region still hand-carve these pine figures today, and finish them with a traditional kurbits-style, hand-painted decoration. In this seasonal workshop, students will learn Scandinavian flat-plane figure carving techniques as we work on our own dala-inspired horses. Toward the end of the class, Rose will discuss a variety of decorating options, such as adding carved details or patterns with acrylic and natural milk-paint, for finishing the carved horses.
No previous experience necessary. This workshop is open to anyone 18 years old & over who meet the Essential Eligibility Criteria for Studio Workshops. All participants must accept the inherent risks of participating in a Studio Workshop and agree to sign a liability waiver. This waiver describes in more detail the risks you assume by participating in a Studio Workshop. PLEASE carefully review it!
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