WW 118 - Wood Carving II

Institution:

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

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Description:

The second in a series of carving classes to turn out professional quality carvers. This class is designed to enhance the student's carving abilities by allowing the student to work on a project or projects of their choice. In so doing, the student will learn to master the skill of carving projects which they use in the world of commerce. A review of some basics such as sharpening tools, safety, and basic techniques will be covered up front. In this class the student will move from the use of the basic carving knife to using an array of hand tools including gouges, chisels, other knives, and the mallet. Students will be introduced to design techniques and will be required to design and lay out their projects. Projects can include high relief pieces in the round. Prerequisite: WW 117 or Instructor permission. Lab fee. (Does not include student materials.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

taos.unm.edu/index.html

Phone Number:

(575) 737-6200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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