Wood Carving with Small Tools *In-Person*

Through a series of demonstrations and discussion, you will be introduced to a variety of wood carving techniques and styles, all of which can be carved with a modest set of small wood carving tools. Each class will include demonstrations and an opportunity to begin carving and ask questions. We will approach this introduction with equal parts levity and seriousness, and before long you will be on your way. New and continuing students are encouraged to participate, and the mix enriches the experience. Please contact the instructor with any questions: danparet@gmail.com Instructor: Dan Paret

Sections

HTDC-SP26.01

Start Date

April 7, 2026

Time

6:00pm

Location

CCAE

Cost

$330.00

Availability

8

5 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Apr. 7

Materials and Supplies:

Tools will be provided by the instructor.  Some people like to have their own tools-we will discuss tool options in class.

You can purchase carving wood from the instructor as needed-please pay using Venmo. You should expect to spend $20-30.



Instructors: Dan Paret

HTDC-SP26.02

Start Date

April 8, 2026

Time

2:00pm

Location

CCAE

Cost

$330.00

Availability

8

5 Wednesdays, 2-5pm. Begins Apr. 8

Materials and Supplies:

Tools will be provided by the instructor.  Some people like to have their own tools-we will discuss tool options in class.

You can purchase carving wood from the instructor as needed-please pay using Venmo. You should expect to spend $20-30.



Instructors: Dan Paret

HTDC-SP26.03

Start Date

April 11, 2026

Time

12:00pm

Location

CCAE

Cost

$330.00

Availability

8

5 Saturdays, 12-3pm. Begins Apr. 11

Materials and Supplies:

Tools will be provided by the instructor.  Some people like to have their own tools-we will discuss tool options in class.

You can purchase carving wood from the instructor as needed-please pay using Venmo. You should expect to spend $20-30.



Instructors: Dan Paret

HTDC-WI26.03

Start Date

February 17, 2026

Time

6:00pm

Location

CCAE

Cost

$330.00

Availability

2

5 Tuesdays, 6-9pm. Begins Jan. 13 

Materials and Supplies: Tools will be provided by the instructor. Some people like to have their own tools-we will discuss tool options in class. You can purchase carving wood from the instructor as needed-please pay using Venmo. You should expect to spend $20-30. This class will meet in-person at CCAE.



Instructors: Dan Paret

HTDC-WI26.04

Start Date

February 21, 2026

Time

12:00pm

Location

CCAE

Cost

$330.00

Availability

7

5 Saturdays, 12-3pm. Begins Jan. 17 

Materials and Supplies: Tools will be provided by the instructor. Some people like to have their own tools-we will discuss tool options in class. You can purchase carving wood from the instructor as needed-please pay using Venmo. You should expect to spend $20-30. This class will meet in-person at CCAE.



Instructors: Dan Paret

Instructor

Dan Paret

Working in a small basement shop in North Cambridge, MA, Dan makes functional and decorative objects, mostly of wood, much of it painted. When he is not teaching Japanese Woodblock Printmaking or Wood Carving with Small Tools, Dan is in his shop carving and printing or out walking. Dan is happiest when he is teaching, which he has been doing for 25 years. In his classes he attempts to create an environment that is both challenging and supportive, with equal measures of seriousness and levity. You can see a sampling of his work at planesimplebox.com.

Website: planesimplebox.com