Stone Carving w/ Ailene Fields

Highly  acclaimed sculptor, Ailene Fields, will be demonstrating and teaching the fine art of stone carving and finishing. Basics of stone carving - initial roughing out, developing a form, final finishing and polishing are presented during the course. There is a choice of softer stone or marble. tools, sharpening and maintenance are all covered. 

Participants should end the course with the basic knowledge necessary to work on their own. Instruction is individually oriented so that all level of experience will benefit from this great class. More advanced students can also learn to carve with our air compressor. 

Students will choose their own project and stone . Studio time during store hours is included in the class fee, along with one 3 hour evening class a week with the instructor. 

All levels of skill are more than welcome.

Please Note: 

• Monthly class cost of tuition includes one session per week with instructor, sculpture stand to work on, and storage of your piece during the month you’ve paid for.
• If applicable, for monthly classes you will have access to studio hours during regular store hours, as long as no other class is being held at the time.
• All monthly registered students receive a 10% discount on TCS in-store purchases.
• Basic tools - hammer, chisels and table - are included in the class fee. But students will need to purchase their own stone. 
• Students may buy their own tools should they wish to continue. Any other specialty items would be purchased by the students.
• Goggles/Safety glasses are provided. Dust masks, ear plugs or muffs and gloves are available for purchase on site.