About The Class
Instructor: Leo Louise
Medium: Textured Wood
Workshop Title: Exploring Textured Wood Surfaces
This workshop introduces micromotor power carving as a playful and expressive way to add texture, pattern, and dimension to wood surfaces. Through demonstrations and guided exploration, experiment with designs inspired by nature, learn safe carving techniques, and explore painting and finishing options that bring work to life. Bring wooden objects to transform and reimagine.
Open to all; good manual dexterity recommended.
Check back for a list of supplies that you will need to bring for this workshop spring 2026.
About The Instructor
Leo Louise
Leo Louise (they/them) is a queer and trans artist, wood sculptor, and educator in Baltimore, MD. They transform found wood into sculptural objects honoring queerness, abundance, and cooperation in nature. Nurtured through shared knowledge and mentorship rather than formal training, they are committed to demystifying craft, expanding who feels welcome in the studio. Leo teaches at Baltimore’s Station North Tool Library and travels to craft schools nationally.
Cost
Application Fee: $60.00
Residents: $1,950.00
(Tuition, Fees, Room & Board Tuesday dinner through Sunday lunch)Commuters: $1,505.00
(Tuition, Fees, Lunch and Dinner Tuesday dinner through Sunday lunch)
Leo Louise
These photos are representative of the instructor’s work, not necessarily of work that will be produced during the workshop.
