Soapstone Carving

9 hours

Thursday, June 7, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Friday, June 8, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Lloyd Stonehouse will take you through the basic steps of carving soapstone. Using files and rifflers, you will create a soapstone polar bear, emphasizing features such as form and texture. All tools and materials will be provided.

Fee: $100.00

Since the 1990s, Lloyd Stonehouse has been conducting soapstone carving seminars from coast to coast in Canada as well as internationally. He spends his summers paddling a canoe and offering soapstone workshops throughout Ontario in our provincial parks. He also gives private lessons and does sessions for community groups and charity organizations.

All seminar net proceeds are donated to United Way.

Seating is Limited Please register early to avoid disappointment. To purchase tickets call: (519) 659-7981 Unless otherwise stated, previous experience is not required  to participate in seminars. Seminar tickets are not available online.  Beverages are provided at our seminars and a light sandwich lunch is provided at all-day events. Please discuss any special dietary needs with the staff at time of registration. In an effort to reduce waste, we encourage you to bring in your own coffee mug and/or refillable water bottle. We require that you wear closed shoes (e.g. running shoes) to all seminars. Prices are subject to HST. 48 hours notice required for cancellation refunds. We reserve the right to reschedule seminars. Lee Valley Tools Ltd. 2100 Oxford Street East London, ON (By Veterans Memorial Parkway)