One Day Workshop

November 1, 2025, or November 2, 2025

Walking Bear – From a blank to a bear

Learn how to carve soapstone using hand tools. This course is for adults only. No previous experience is necessary. Students will be guided by Patrick Imai through the carving process of shaping, sanding and polishing soapstone to produce a Walking Bear. Tools and materials are provided. Students are responsible for personal protection: safety glasses (optional), gloves (optional), closed toe shoes. Dust masks are available. Coffee and tea will be available. Participants are responsible for their own lunches. Feel free to contact Patrick if you would like more information.

To register email Patrick Imai at carvedstonebears@sympatico.ca.

Please indicate which day.
Payment by e-transfer to carvedstonebears@sympatico.ca