August 21-22, 2027

Lifespirals: Using a Mini-Chainsaw to Create Carving & Texture

with Derek Weidman

$620

$575 tuition + $45 material fee

About this Workshop

Students will spend a fun weekend creating high-octane lathe textures, followed by a sit-down carving session. They will begin by turning a shallow bowl, then add texture with various power tools while the lathe is running. Tools will include angle grinders, texturing tools, and even mini chainsaws. Safety will be a major part of learning the process. Once the form is turned and textured, students will add a carved detail to finish the sculpture. Finally, participants will make a sliding dovetail mount so the finished piece can hang on a wall.

Key Points

  • Learn how to use new tools in exciting ways
  • Texturing on the lathe with a mini chainsaw (safely!!)
  • Learn basics of power carving and how to increase control while doing it
  • Learn the basics of pyrography/burn carving and how to make burning tips
  • Make a sliding dovetail mount for hanging all sorts of projects

About the Instructor

Derek Weidman

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ENROLLMENT DETAILS

Lifespirals: Using a Mini-Chainsaw to Create Carving & Texture with Derek Weidman

August 21-22, 2027

$620.00

Online Registration Starts December 1, 2026

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