{"title":"Stone","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"letter-carving-for-beginner-intermediate-students","title":"Letter Carving: All Levels: May 30 \u0026 31","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter Carving: All Levels: May 30 \u0026amp; 31\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis “hands on” weekend workshop will introduce students to the ancient Roman techniques of V-cut lettering forms using hand chisels and mallets. No previous experience with drawing or carving is necessary. Students will learn to transfer their ideas on paper to stone, gain an intro to the proportions and composition of letter forms and practice traditional precise carving skills on a Vermont slate tablet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass demonstrations and one-on-one guidance will be emphasized, with reference material provided to each participant. Completing a simple inscription will be the goal of this workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate carvers are welcome to bring a project to work on. Stone, tools and safety equipment are included in the workshop fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease bring a bag lunch, and your enthusiasm! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Kerry O. 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Examples of topics discussed include what stone is good for carving, carving techniques of the past, use of hand tools, power tools, pneumatics and how to source them, as well as answering your burning questions about how to put the finishing touches on you soon to be completed sculpture. Use of the Studio’s tools and a moderate piece of Vermont marble are included in the fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Ryder Owens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47182771814680,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/IMG_1182_Maddie.jpg?v=1765392412"},{"product_id":"letter-carving-heller","title":"Letter Carving : June 15 \u0026 16","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOpen to all levels.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis class is an excellent introduction to carving traditional Roman V-cut letters in stone.   We will be covering carving techniques for both incised lettering and simple bas-relief forms.  The goal of the class is for you to come away with a basic skills and renewed appreciation for hand carving stone. We will also discuss the basics of letter forms and the history of hand carved letters, there will be plenty of time for questions and hands on instruction. You will never look at stone carving in the same way after this weekend!  For intermediate or advanced carvers; come join in the fun, perfect your serifs \u0026amp; or learn new techniques for navigating, straights, curves and serifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eInstructor: Adam Paul\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-markjs=\"true\" class=\"markd4g44hh2h\" data-ogac=\"\" data-ogab=\"\" data-ogsc=\"\" data-ogsb=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47966299914520,"sku":"","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/DSC07220.jpg?v=1711545629"},{"product_id":"open-studio-weekend-april-18-19","title":"Alumni Open Studio Weekend: April 18-19","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlumni Open Studio Weekend - April 18-19\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you ever thought about using the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center as your own studio, this is your chance! This week is ideal for anyone who has taken a workshop during the CSSC’s history and would like to finish a piece or start a new one. This is also a terrific opportunity to reconnect with other artists and recapture the magic of earlier experiences. Technical support and knowledgeable advice from studio staff will be available throughout the weekend. Metal, wood, and stone carving stations available. Air, water, and electricity included. Tools and other materials available for rent or purchase on site. \u003cem\u003e(intermediate\/advanced)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180334874904,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/IMG_7288_edited.jpg?v=1765392288"},{"product_id":"open-studio-weekend-august-8-9","title":"Alumni Open Studio Weekend: August 8-9","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlumni Open Studio Weekend: August 8-9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you ever thought about using the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center as your own studio, this is your chance! This week is ideal for anyone who has taken a workshop during the CSSC’s history and would like to finish a piece or start a new one. This is also a terrific opportunity to reconnect with other artists and recapture the magic of earlier experiences. Technical support and knowledgeable advice from studio staff will be available throughout the weekend. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMetal, wood, and stone carving stations available. Air, water, and electricity included. Tools and other materials available for rent or purchase on site. \u003cem\u003e(intermediate\/advanced)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180335890712,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/IMG_3311.jpg?v=1765392231"},{"product_id":"open-studio-week-june-1-5","title":"Alumni Open Studio Week: June 1 - 5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlumni Open Studio Week: June 1 - 5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you ever thought about using the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center as your own studio, this is your chance! This week is ideal for anyone who has taken a workshop during the CSSC’s history and would like to finish a piece or start a new one. This is also a terrific opportunity to reconnect with other artists and recapture the magic of earlier experiences. Technical support and knowledgeable advice from studio staff will be available throughout the week. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMetal, wood, and stone carving stations available. Air, water, and electricity included. Tools and other materials available for rent or purchase on site. \u003cem\u003e(intermediate\/advanced)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180335923480,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/calvinandchalice11.jpg?v=1695991411"},{"product_id":"open-studio-week-august-24-28","title":"Alumni Open Studio Week: August 24-28","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlumni Open Studio Week: August 24-28\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you ever thought about using the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center as your own studio, this is your chance! This week is ideal for anyone who has taken a workshop during the CSSC’s history and would like to finish a piece or start a new one. This is also a terrific opportunity to reconnect with other artists and recapture the magic of earlier experiences. Technical support and knowledgeable advice from studio staff will be available throughout the week. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMetal, wood, and stone carving stations available. Air, water, and electricity included. Tools and other materials available for rent or purchase on site. \u003cem\u003e(intermediate\/advanced)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180336021784,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/PXL_20240224_200411213.MP.jpg?v=1765391768"},{"product_id":"intro-stone-carving-may-23-24","title":"Intro Stone Carving: May 23-24","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntro Stone Carving: May 23-24\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis two-day immersive workshop introduces participants to stone, tools, techniques, and the art of stone carving. 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Use of the Studio’s tools and a moderate piece of Vermont marble are included in the fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Ryder Owens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180340052248,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/IMG_1205_Maddie.jpg?v=1765391670"},{"product_id":"ins-and-outs-of-concave-and-convex","title":"Stone Carving: Advancing Your Skills June 13-14","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone Carving: Advancing Your Skills: June 13-14\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis two-day intermediate stone carving workshop is designed for participants with some prior experience who are ready to deepen their understanding of concave-convex carving techniques. 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Carve whatever you choose with the instructor’s guidance (material and spiritual) at your disposal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Evan Morse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180340805912,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/1000000297_1.jpg?v=1764777556"},{"product_id":"carving-in-alabaster-limestone-and-marble-july-13-17","title":"Carving in Alabaster, Limestone and Marble: July 13-17","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarving in Alabaster, Limestone and Marble: July 13-17\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop will focus on direct carving and three-dimensional thinking, finding the shape you imagine and carving it out. 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Participants will gain a solid skill basis in lettering, architectural and sculptural stone working, as well as an appreciation for the industrial history of the Marble Valley region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop, scheduled for Mondays-Fridays is free and limited to ten students. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stone Bench Project grew out of a Carving Studio and Sculpture Center Exchange Program with Ayacucho, Peru begun in 2005, helping teens reclaim their stone carving and cultural heritage. Inspired by the success in Ayacucho, instructor Nora Valdez continued the annual project in West Rutland during July of 2009. Funding for the Stone Bench Project is provided by a sponsor as well as contributions by members and friends of The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stone Bench Project originated from a Carving Studio \u0026amp; Sculpture Center Exchange Program with Ayacucho, Peru, launched in 2005. This initiative was designed to help teens reconnect with their stone carving traditions and cultural heritage. Building on the program’s success in Ayacucho, instructor Nora Valdez brought the project to West Rutland in July 2009, where it has taken place every summer since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Stone Bench Project is sponsored by the \u003cstrong\u003eVermont Lake Monsters,\u003c\/strong\u003e a collegiate summer baseball team. We are excited to see the outcome of this stone bench and thank the Vermont Lake Monsters and their owners for their generosity and commitment to the youth of Vermont!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor more information or to apply - email us: info@carvingstudio.org\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Nora Valdez\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51474701517080,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/1000081483_1.jpg?v=1766512062"},{"product_id":"carving-in-alabaster-limestone-and-marble-july-20-27","title":"Carving in Alabaster, Limestone and Marble: July 20-24","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarving in Alabaster, Limestone and Marble: July 20-24\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop will focus on direct carving and three-dimensional thinking, finding the shape you imagine and carving it out. The class will teach the techniques and processes for carving a sculpture in Indiana Limestone, Marble or Alabaster, understanding the material and the many different tools to accomplish the work. We will be using hands tools and pneumatic tools. Participants will get experience with a variety of tools for shaping a piece of stone, learning the whole process from the basic chisels to the end process by using the subtraction to achieve the forms, how to polish and create the final textures. There will be class demonstrations in every class and discussions about techniques, images, and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is intended for intermediate and advanced students. Individual instruction throughout the week will accommodate different needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstructor: Nora Valdez\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51524967596312,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/20220819_110043.jpg?v=1768843286"},{"product_id":"hands-on-geometric-stone-carving-for-all-skill-levels-from-architectural-elements-to-fine-art-august-13-16","title":"Stone Carving From Architectural Elements to Fine Art: All Levels: August 13 - 16","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eStone Carving From Architectural Elements to Fine Art: All Levels: August 13 - 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eIn this class students will be introduced to the fundamentals of geometric stone carving as applied to architecture and fine art. Applicants will learn how the tools of the traditional carver are used to establish the forms common in fabrication. This includes, but not limited to the use of patterns, layouts, models, calipers, combination squares and pneumatic tools. These skills can also be applied to all types of sculpture. They broaden the options available to the commercial carver or the fine artist as applied to either traditional or contemporary sculptural work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis class is appropriate to all levels of skill and the student is encouraged to bring their own concepts to explore in the way of drawings, models , or historic remnants to copy from, otherwise suggested options will be available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eYour instructor has labored as a commercial carver and building restorer for over a half century and is eager to pass these skills along to a new generation of those who desire to learn them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #222222; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carvingstudio.org\/pages\/instructors#michael-fannin\" title=\"Instructor: Michael Fannin\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eInstructor: Michael Fannin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Carving Studio \u0026 Sculpture Center","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51952550510872,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9182\/6456\/files\/MichaelFanninImage1.jpg?v=1776362199"},{"product_id":"intro-stone-carving-august-1-2","title":"Intro Stone Carving: August 1-2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntro Stone Carving: August 1-2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur two-day immersive workshop introduces participants to stone, tools, techniques, and the art of stone carving. 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