Caricature Wood Carving Class

Discover the art of caricature carving with Bruce Ankeny, inducted in to the Caricature Carvers of America (CCA) in 2023 in recognition of his outstanding talent and contributions to the art of caricature woodcarving. Bruce’s whimsical characters are full of personality, expressive features, and just the right touch of humor, making them favorites among collectors and carvers alike. During this 3-day class, Bruce will guide students step-by-step throughone of his signature caricature projects while sharing the techniques that bring his carvings to life. Students will learn to establish proportion, create expressive facial features, add movement and personality, and develop clean, confident knife cuts. W h e t h e r you’re looking to improve your carving skills or simply enjoy creating a character that makes people smile, this class offers plenty of individual instruction and encouragement .