In-Person
Learn to Carve
Shoulder to Shoulder
Nothing replaces the experience of carving alongside a master. Join Alexander Grabovetskiy for intensive five-day workshops across the USA. Small groups of 8 students or fewer guarantee personal attention on every cut.
UpcomingJuly 13 – 17, 2026 · 5d
Carving with a Classical Flair – Marc Adams School of Woodworking 2026
Marc Adams School of Woodworking · Franklin, IN
UpcomingAugust 10 – 14, 2026 · 5d
the Art of Wood Carving – Sam Beauford Woodshop – Adrian, Michigan
Sam Beauford Woodshop · Adrian, MI
What to Expect
Five days of transformation
01
Tool Sharpening
Master the edge. Every great carving starts with a perfectly sharp tool — Alexander shows you exactly how.
02
Classical Design
Learn ancient mathematical design methods used in Baroque and Renaissance carving since the 15th century.
03
3D Thinking
Develop the spatial imagination that separates good carvers from great ones — visualize in three dimensions before the first cut.
04
Finish a Project
Leave with a complete carved piece and the skills and confidence to keep creating at home.
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