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Wood Carving Workshops in Bengaluru: Learn Hand Tool Techniques

byThe WorkshopWorkshop at Horamavu, BengaluruStarts from₹4,500 per participantView full gallery

Discover the rhythm of wood carving. Over two days, you will trade screens for chisels and transform raw Teak and Acacia into hand-crafted bowls or spoons in our Horamavu studio.

This is where wood becomes art. A stunning collection of organic artifacts, pendants, and sculptures whittled from Burmese Teak, some combined with beautiful stones. This is what you can learn to create.

The rhythmic process of wood carving. Using a mallet and chisel, participants slowly chip away, revealing the shape hidden within the wood. It's a meditative craft that requires focus and flow.

A look at the specialized tools used in our wood carving workshop. We provide a wide array of chisels, gouges, and knives so you can find the perfect tool for every detail.

The magical results from day one of our wood whittling workshop. Participants created this little forest of whimsical mushrooms from 400-year-old Burmese Teak.

Exploring the Japanese technique of Shou Sugi Ban, or wood charring, to create a unique finish. This process beautifully highlights the wood grain and adds a layer of natural protection.

Carving is more than a skill; it's about finding your rhythm with the material and the tools. This two-day workshop is a rigorous, cathartic experience that helps you find your inner artist.

Ready for a weekend of rigorous technique? Our wood carving workshop is a two-day deep dive into hand tools where you'll make your own bowl and spoon from Teak and Acacia.

The fine art of whittling. A participant works on a tiny, intricate piece, showing the level of detail and control you can develop with practice.

A close-up of a whittled piece with incredible geometric detail. This shows the advanced level of artistry that can be achieved through wood carving.

An organic, pod-like artifact created during our whittling workshop. We encourage you to explore natural forms and let the wood guide your creation.

About Wood Carving: Find Your Flow

Forget everything you know about pre-cut lumber. Here, you will learn the meditative art of subtractive sculpture using specialized Japanese-style hand tools. Whether you are aiming for a functional spoon or an organic bowl, we provide all the high-grade Teak and Acacia you need, along with the gouges, mallets, and knives to shape it. You are not just learning a craft; you are learning how to read the wood grain.

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The Workshop

Workshop at Horamavu, BengaluruStarts from ₹4,500 per participant

We started The Workshop because we were tired of seeing creativity treated like a childhood phase. We are here to help you get your hands dirty, build real things, and experience that genuine 'I made this' buzz.

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