Portrait – Relief

Weekly course, full day

Target Audience:

Carvers and sculptors with some experience

Content:

You will learn the technique of bas-relief carving step by step and create a portrait photo directly in wood (without creating a model beforehand). By working precisely and using many measuring points, the template is transferred to your piece of wood on a scale of 1:1 and carved. Patience and accuracy are crucial for a good result. Finally, if desired, the finished carved portrait is painted with acrylic and oil paints to create a lifelike effect.

Included in the course price:

  • Booked course
  • All necessary tools
  • Certificate of completion
  • Afternoon coffee / tea
  • Seminar drinks
  • Lunch menu incl. drinks buffet
Important information:

Please bring high-resolution photos (only 1 head, if possible several photos to choose from). The head size should be between 12 and 18 cm. This is transferred 1:1 and thus corresponds to the original size on the relief. The finished carved relief size will be approx. 30 x 20 cm.

Dates:
01.02.2026 - 
07.02.2026 | 
08.03.2026 - 
14.03.2026 | 
16.08.2026 - 
22.08.2026 | 
Prices 2026:
1 week / 2 week combination
Full day course€ 765,- / € 1450,-
Course Times:

Sun 18.00: Pre-course meeting

Weekly course all week:
Mo – Fri 08.30-12.00 and 13.30-18.00
Sat 08.30-12.00

Afternoon coffee 15.30-16.00.

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