2025-05-17 – Gnome and Nisse Carving (In-Person)
Schedule:
May 17-18 (9:00-5:00 pm CT)
Instructor:
Bruce Ankeny
Location:
This is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.
Join celebrated carver Bruce Ankeny for a weekend of gnome and nisse carving to add a bit of trickery to your carving display! You will build your figure carving skills and take your carvings to the next level while making your own gnome and nisse. This class does require a modest amount of dexterity and hand strength.
Level of Instruction:
Intermediate
Supplies:
Cuts outs and roughouts will be available for purchase from the instructor.
Regular carving tools will be needed, mostly a good bench knife. V-tools and gouges can also be used. The instructor will bring some bench knives if needed.
Enrollment Deadline:
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Vesterheim's woodworking classes are supported in part by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Eric and Joan Norgaard Charitable Trust.