Acanthus Leaf Knee Carving
Instructor ~ Phil Lowe
The
finest Rococo furniture was embellished with great carving. This class will
explore the design, of a cabriole leg and the graceful flow of the acanthus
leaf. Students can expect to head home with the patterns and the “know how”
entailed in carving this 18th century classic. After a trip to the
museum for a study session to collect some digital images of some knee carving,
the students will try their hand at designing this elaborate motif. Then
working from a pattern that Phil designs the students will cut out and shape a
cabriole leg followed by the layout and carving of the acanthus leaf
ornamentation. Phil will guide you through the series of steps, pointing out
the various grain directions that you will encounter as you carve this splendid
American motif.
Level ~ Beginner /
Intermediate
Course Length - One Week Monday ~ Friday
Course Fee - $695.00
Materials - $50.00