Intro to Stone Carving Workshop with Tommey Lysaght
Schedule
Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Benchspace Cork | Cork, CK
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Ever Dreamed of Carving Stone by Hand?Now’s your chance to try your hand at one of the world’s oldest crafts.
In this stone carving workshop you’ll be guided by experienced tutor, Tommey, and introduced to the tools, materials, and techniques that have been used by stone carvers for centuries.
Through practical demonstration, you’ll learn how to safely handle chisels and mallets, and develop confidence and control as you practice marking out, roughing out, and refine the carved surfaces.
As the workshop progresses, you’ll explore layout, pattern, and finish, gaining a real sense of this traditional craft skill and you’ll apply these core skills to carve a Kilkenny limestone chess board, suitable for outdoor use.
Our small group size, limited to just 6 participants, guarantees dedicated tutor support as you refine your techniques and by the end of this workshop you’ll have a solid grounding in the basics of stone carving
Who can Join: This is a Beginner/All-Level Workshop, suitable for those who want to learn the fundamentals of traditional stone carving in a supportive, hands-on environment. Suitable for Adults 18+, good hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow safety instructions are essential.
Workshop Dates: This workshop will be held from 10am-4pm on 3 days: Saturday, 11 April – Sunday, 12 April – Saturday 18 April.
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Where is it happening?
Benchspace Cork, NKC Cork, Old Market Place, Cork, County Cork, IrelandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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