Classes and Workshops

Chisel offers dynamic classes and workshops in woodworking and furniture design

Plug and Play

Chisel workshops and courses are fun, easy and accessible for our busy lives. We take care of the space, tools and logistics so that you can enjoy community, learn hands-on skills and create art.

This Isn't Paint by Number

Intimate class sizes and studio sessions of four to six people each ensure that participants benefit from rapid skill-sharing and one-on-one support from a maker and educator with 15 years of experience in and out of art school. 

Won't Leave Empty-Handed

Participants take away meaningful connections, worthy skills and a handcrafted piece of 3D art. Best of all, they have the chance to carve out what creativity means in their lives. 

All classes and workshops are limited to 4-6 students to maximize personal attention and hands-on woodworking time for all students, and are taught by Chisel Chief Designer and Director of Community Education, Rachel McKenna, MFA.

Due to Rachel’s current commitments to the University of Oregon, Chisel is not currently enrolling for classes. Please keep an eye out for changes, and send any questions to chiselcreativestudios@gmail.com.

Summer Workshops

Beginning Woodworking

This one day, four-hour workshop offers students a comprehensive introduction to woodworking and design. Each student will learn how to safely and effectively use the table saw, miter saw, bandsaw, planer, jointer, and more as they make a unique workshop project to take home. All lumber and woodworking supplies are included. No experience necessary

Mosaic Table Design/Build

In this one day, four-hour workshop, students learn woodworking skills and creative concepts as they design and build their own mosaic table, based on one of Chisel Creative's signature designs. Each student will learn to safely and effectively use the table saw, miter saw, band saw, and more. All lumber and supplies are provided. No experience necessary. 

Summer Classes

Beginning Woodworking

This eight-week group-based beginning woodworking course features a two-and-a-half hour class session and eight-plus hours of open studio time each week. The course is focused on fundamental woodworking skills and techniques, and includes all lumber, tools and supplies needed to finish a unique session project. No experience necessary

Intermediate Woodworking: Furniture Design

This eight-week course features a two-and-a-half hour class session and eight-plus hours of open studio time each week. Students will learn intermediate woodworking techniques and design theory basics as they design and build their own unique project. This course includes tools and supplies with guidance on how to purchase lumber for each piece of furniture. Basic woodworking skills strongly recommended.