Description
High Relief Wood Carving with Ron Ramsey
Bring dimension to your creativity with the art of high relief carving!
In this hands-on workshop, master woodcarver Ron Ramsey will guide you through his unique, beginner-friendly method of creating highly dimensional relief carvings. Using a simple system of built-up pieces, you’ll learn techniques that make it possible for anyone—even complete beginners—to create an impressive wood sculpture.
You’ll gain experience with both hand and power tools, explore airbrushing stain to add shadows and depth, and learn finishing methods to give your piece professional polish. Whether you’re dreaming of carving signs, sculptural reliefs, or architectural details, this class provides you with skills you can build on for years to come.
What you’ll learn:
- Simple, proven methods for dimensional relief carving
- Safe and effective use of hand and power carving tools
- Airbrushing and staining for shadows and depth
- Finishing techniques for a professional look
Meet Your Facilitator:
Ron Ramsey has been a professional woodcarver for 55 years, creating thousands of carved mantels, doors, sculptures, and signs. He has taught at The Mark Adams School of Woodworking, Sierra Nevada College, The Curious Forge, and through arts education programs. His work earned the Woodworking Network’s People’s Choice Award in 2016, and his teaching has inspired many—including apprentices who went on to become professional carvers, such as Disney carver Raymond Kinman. Now mostly retired, Ramsey is dedicated to passing on his craft. View his work here.
Details:
- Cost: $425 + $100 materials fee
- Ages: Adults and teens 16+
- Class size: Min 2 / Max 7 participants (pre-registration required)
- If the class minimum is not met, it will be rescheduled.
- Students will receive an email with details before class.
Student’s Testimonials:
“Ron Ramsey’s class was not just a carving experience—it was a life experience. He’s a master carver and an extraordinary teacher. I came away knowing I could make sculptural carvings I’d be proud to display in my home.” – Former participant
Discover the joy of creating a dimensional carving you’ll be proud to show off—no prior experience needed!
The Forge has a 7-day advance notification Cancellation/Refund Policy: You can read our cancellation policy here.
About The Facilitator
Ron Ramsey
Ron Ramsey, a third-generation woodcarver with over 39 years of experience, began his career apprenticing at a woodcarving studio in California before establishing his own in Lake Tahoe. He honed his dynamic high relief style in Europe, completing commissions in Switzerland and Italy, and later returned to the U.S. to continue his woodcarving work. Today, he runs a studio in the Sierra Nevada mountains, where he creates commissioned pieces and teaches woodcarving workshops across the country.
Please note: All classes require a minimum number of participants and may be rescheduled if that minimum is not met. If this happens, we’ll let you know in advance and work with you to get you into the next available class.
Cancellation Policy
Please review our cancellation policy before booking. If you need to cancel your registration, you must notify us at least 7 days before the class start time to receive a refund. Cancellations made within 7 days are non-refundable.
Waitlist Form
Fill out the waitlist form below if the class is not available, or if you need a different date. We will reach out when the class becomes available.
