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Event Description

This Heritage Festival, learn about traditional wood carving techniques and carve your own unique art piece with experienced carver, Olivia O'Connor.

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn all about the intricate art of woodblock carving. This session is perfect for beginners - no artistic or woodworking experience is required.

By the end of this session, you will be able to: choose the right timber and tools for your project, secure your work for carving, sharpen your tools, and make a variety of different cuts. You will leave with a finished carved woodblock that can be used to reprint your unique design on paper or textiles.

Olivia is an accomplished carver who specialises in woodcarving, handmade rocking horses and rocking horse restoration. She has studied Furniture Design and Construction, as well as Prop Making, traditional wooden carousel carving, and 16th Century pattern carving.
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When

2:00PM - 4:00PM
Friday 9 May 2025

Contact

9747 5300

Where

Caroline Springs Library And Learning Hub
193 - 201 Caroline Springs Boulevard
Caroline Springs VIC
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Notes & Requirements

This activity might get messy! Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.

Event Partner

The Melton City Libraries Heritage Festival is on from 3 to 17 May. Visit melton.vic.gov.au/library for more events. Learn more about Olivia and her work at https://www.oliviaoconnor.com.au/

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