Hummingbird Wood Carving Course

Learn wood carving with this two day, beginner's wood workshop course in Brooklyn!


Nihonsan Tools
Nihonsan Tools
5.0 (18)

14 hours total (over 2 dates) Location Park Slope Class size 3 to 10 guests   $600

Join us for this two-day course that guides you through turning a found branch into a vibrant, one-of-a-kind hummingbird.
Focus is placed on knife technique, reading wood grain, and directional carving to define movement and shape, and design principles for suggesting motion in a static piece. We will also explore shaping and decorating wings — including painting, veneer, and geometric pattern design — and the assembly of separate carved parts into a single unique hummingbird.
This course is designed for all levels of carving experience. All necessary tools and materials will be provided for this class, although you are welcome to bring your own carving knives if you like. Tools are also available for purchase before or during the class at Nihonsan Tools, where the class is held.
Perfect for those seeking to learn wood carving or woodworkers looking for fun things to do in NYC, you'll discover new skills and leave with a wooden hummingbird made by you!
What you'll get
A hummingbird they make to take home!
Knowledge required
This class is appropriate for all levels of woodcarvers, from total beginner to expert, and everyone in-between.
What to bring
Nothing is needed, just comfy clothes.
Session repeats

After the first session, the next session is: usually the same day and time the following week..

Suitable for

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mom or Xmas gift.

Location

Nihonsan Tools And Hardware, 300 7th Street, BBFL Building, Lower Level, Brooklyn, NY 11215

This venue is within walking distance of 4 Av-9 St and 9 St stations

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Nihonsan Tools
Nihonsan Tools

5.0 (18)

Nihonsan is one of the only brick-and-mortar shops in the U.S. solely focused on selling Japanese woodworking hand tools and hardware. We are also a community offering Japanese woodworking classes, beginners’ kits, Hinoki lumber from Japan, as well as knowledge and guidance through our staff and community partners. If we don’t have what you want, we can probably point you in the right direction to find it.
Nihonsan was conceived by Joe Samalin with help from Shuya Iida of Hachi Collections, and his incredible team there.
But none of this could have been done without the support and partnership of our incredible community of fellow makers, family, and friends

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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