Jim Linnell is constantly drawing patterns, many of which have not been published. In this class, Jim will share how to capture finer details with depth and clarity. This class offers an overview of a combination of different carving skills, demonstrating both roses and feathers as part of this corner pattern. You will be amazed at how well these elements flow together. These two elements have been a challenge for many leather carvers. Jim will show you how to capture the beauty and elegance of a rose and the gentleness of a feather in your carving.
Tools to bring:
Stylus
Swivel Knife
Strop
Mallet
Fine Hair Blade
Scalpel
Smaller Petal Lifter
Basic Floral Carving stamps in Medium to Small sizes
Leaf Liner or B202L & B202R
Favorite Matting texture stamps.
Leather and pattern will be provided.
About Jim:
Born and raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, Jim Linnell has had leather working in his blood ever since his first visit to the Miles City Saddlery. Now, after spending the last 50+ years working with leather, those sounds and smells are still a part of his life. Through the business he started in retirement, www.elktracksstudio.com, Jim instructed over 10,000 students during the pandemic. Whether in a large group or private classes, Jim is always ready to share his passion and knowledge of leather working. He is the 2002 recipient of the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft and has received the Lifetime Achievement Award, and was the 2013 recipient of the Master Leather Artisan Award from the Academy of Western Artists. He is also one of only a small handful of Grand Masters in the IFoLG.
