Willow Bonsai Academy
 
Venue: Willow Bonsai Shop in Freeborn str, Die Wilgers, Pta
Time: 9am - 3pm
 
Carving helps us to create wonderful natural deadwood where would otherwise have large scars or cuts on our trees. We will be discussing how to carve to create taper with machines and especially hand carving.
This class will cover the following:
	
Hand carving
	
International techniques of hand carving
	
Machine carving
	
Basics of carving design
	
Wood grain and live vein usage
	
Safety aspects
	
When to carve...
 
Items to bring: A tree that we can carve that has a hard wood eg. Wild olive, Celtis, Buddleja, Junipers, Chinese Elm and Maple. Bonsai tools, carving machines, hand carving tools and some snacks for the day.
Wire and tools are also available in the shop on the day.
 
Spaces are limited