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Course Description

Design, Marketing and Art of Wood Carving | Explore the design, marketing and art of wood carvings. Study the techniques of wood carving, and business and marketing strategies. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

Describe and explain art as it applies to specific carving projects; Explain the principles, procedures and techniques of wood carving and painting; Discuss how to develop a marketing strategy for selling wood carvings; Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurial principles.
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Section Title
Arnold | Wood Carving-Intermediate Advanced
Type
In Person
Days
T
Time
1:15PM to 3:45PM
Dates
Apr 07, 2026 to Jun 09, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
25.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Instructors
  • David Parker

Section Notes

Arnold Senior Center | Wood Carving-Intermediate Advanced | This class is designed to advance the skills of intermediate to advanced wood carvers. Students typically complete one major project per semester while exploring additional carving styles. Instruction emphasizes safe use of hand tools, including knives and gouges, along with tool selection and sharpening. Painting and pyrography are also introduced. With instructor approval, students may work on individual projects and learn about art venues and sales potential.
Section Title
Arnold | Wood Carving-Beginner Novice
Type
In Person
Days
T
Time
10:30AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Apr 07, 2026 to Jun 09, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
25.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 06, 2026
Instructors
  • David Parker

Section Notes

Arnold Senior Center | Wood Carving-Beginner Novice | This wood carving class is designed for absolute beginners, including those with no experience or who have not carved in many years. Instruction focuses on hand tools only, knives and gouges with no power tools used. Students learn tool selection, basic knife cuts, sharpening, wood selection, pattern application, pyrography, and painting. Because tools are extremely sharp, safety and basic first aid is emphasized. A Kevlar carving glove and leather thumb guard are required. Note: For questions or for a list of required supplies, email Dave Parker at daveparker1000@gmail.com.
Section Title
Pasadena | Wood Carving
Type
In Person
Days
Th
Time
1:15PM to 3:45PM
Dates
Apr 09, 2026 to Jun 11, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
25.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026
Instructors
  • John Richardson

Section Notes

Pasadena Senior Center | Wood Carving | The purpose of this class is to develop the skills of wood carvers from the novice to intermediate levels. While this class offers a single project to be completed over each semester, other carving styles will be discussed. In this class, only hand tools (knives and gouges) are used and since carving tools are extremely sharp, safety will be emphasized. Tool sharpening and selection, painting, and pyrography will also be covered. In lieu of the semester project, students may work on their own projects with instructor assistance (as time allows). Students will identify art venues and determine sales potential.
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