Have you ever appreciated the beauty and flowing lines of a woodcarving and thought this is something you would like to try?

This Introduction to Woodcarving class with Stephen Ryan from Green Woodwork Ireland will teach you the skills needed to produce a relief woodcarving of your own to take home and enjoy.

You will also learn about woods unique properties, along with the many shapes and sizes of woodcarving chisels and how to use them safely and effectively.

This class is ideal for people that just want to try something new along with those that want to take their new found skills to the next level. The tutor will provide a number of different woodcarvings to choose from. No experience necessary.

Due to the use of sharp tools during the class sturdy boots or shoes should be worn.

This workshop is suitable for adults. Attendees must bring a packed lunch, tea and coffee will be available on site. If interested in booking for someone under the age of 18 – please get in contact with us at Moneydarragh Hub.

This workshop is part of Moneydarragh Hub's Grove of the Oaks Festival, celebrating the environment and sustainability in rural Mourne. For more information on the Grove of the Oaks Festival, please visit: www.moneydarraghhub.org/grove-of-the-oaks

This workshop is provided at a subsidised rate thanks to funding from the LFT Charitable Trust.

Price: £50 per person.

Book: Tickets bookable through Eventbrite below.