Discover the traditional crafts of letter carving and gilding in this introductory workshop. Combining two historic decorative techniques, the workshop will explore how carved lettering can be transformed through the application of gold leaf.

You will begin by designing your own letter before learning the fundamentals of carving it into wood. Alice will guide you through the carving process, introducing the tools and techniques used to shape and define your design. You will then learn how to apply real gold leaf, creating a decorative finish to your carved letter. No previous woodworking experience is required, and all materials will be provided.

The workshop will be led by Alice Ridgway, a woodcarver and gilder trained in classical carving. Alice combines traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary approach, drawing on her experience of woodcarving and gilding to introduce participants to these historic skills in a relaxed and practical setting.

The workshop costs £55 per person.