Walking Sticks-Berry Vestal

Berry will be teaching a class on how to carve a low relief scene on the shaft of a walking stick. This year he will teach an old barn with a old truck/ tractor scene, a seascape with pelicans or seagulls on a pier, or a primitive cabin in the mountains with rocks and a waterfall.  Our method will be to carve the scene in shallow relief on the face of a basswood or poplar wood cane. The cane will be partially finished and have a handle made of exotic or segmented mixed wood. Creativity and the ability to safely use very sharp knives along with some experience is helpful.  This should be a fun class. 

Berry has been carving for approximately 25 years and has taken classes with many well-known carving instructors over the years.  He has tried to be a creative wood carver using a combination of others’ techniques and enjoying each and every experience.  He can be reached at: cell: 615-714-1498, home: 615-302-0383,  email: vestalb@charter.net.

 

Blanks:                         There will be a variety of cane handles and sticks available at a cost of approximately $5 to $25.

Tools/Supplies:            A good sharp carving knife, palm v-tool, and small gouge are the carving tools needed. Some wood burning may be needed so bring your wood burner if you have one.

Power tools:                No power tools needed.

Skill Level:                   Knife safety and knowledge of sharp knives.  You will need some carving experience and creativity.