Wayne Barton's Alpine School of Woodcarving

Founded by Wayne Barton,The Alpine School of Woodcarving, Ltd. Wayne took his formal training in Brienz, Switzerland, the woodcarving center of that country.

is the oldest establishment in North America specializing in, and dedicated to the education, training, teaching, and encouragement of chip carving. Wayne Barton is an American-born professional woodcarver who lives in Park Ridge, Illinois with his Swiss wife, Marlies. First given an interest in woodcarving at the age of five under the tutelage of his Norwegian grandfather, he has had a serious in

terest in, and love for carving all his life. Although versed in all disciplines of carving, he specializes in chip carving and has devoted the last twenty-five years to its advancement. Single handedly, he has been the driving force of the recognition and renaissance chip carving has enjoyed in North America this past quarter century. Wayne Barton is the author of seven best selling books published in six countries and a video and all on chip carving. They are the most informative and instructional books and video on the subject available. He has developed the finest and the most popular chip carving knives used by more carvers than any other knives. These are the knives that have set the standard by which all others are judged. He also developed and pioneered the very popular ceramic sharpening stones in use today. Wayne is the founder of The Alpine School of Woodcarving, Ltd., the oldest establishment in North America specializing in, and dedicated to the education, training, teaching, and encouragement of chip carving. In addition, he teaches at a variety of other venues including colleges, clubs, institutions, and organizations across the United States, Canada, and in Switzerland. He is also a visiting artist/lecturer at the esteemed Chicago Art institute in Chicago, Il. His carvings are sought after by collectors and can be found in private collections around the world. Wayne Barton's work has been recognized and honored in special exhibition at the Swiss National Museum in Zurich, Switzerland. In 2005, he was named woodcarver of the year by Woodcarving Illustrated. Today, he continues carving, teaching and introducing others to this most enjoyable, decorative and easy-to-learn style of carving.

10/03/2021

We are happy to announce the launch of Wayne Barton's updated online store! Find information and options for Wayne's premier chip carving knives, sharpening stones, basswood plates, instruction books and practice boards.
https://wayne-barton.square.site/

01/29/2020

Joy of Chip Carving - new book by Wayne Barton now available!
https://chipcarving.com/chip-carving-resources/chip-carving-books-videos.html

01/29/2020

Wayne Barton's Beginning Chip Carving Class in Chicago!
Chicago School of Woodworking
February 8-9,2020
Register at 773-275-1170

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06/18/2019

BEGINNING CHIP CARVING hits Chicago June 22-23 at
Chicago School of Woodworking -- call 773-275-1170 to join the fun!

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05/28/2019

Beginning Chip Carving is coming to Brasstown, North Carolina, June 10-14 at the John C. Campbell Folk School! To register, call 800-365-5724.

03/22/2019

Beginning Chip Carving class is next weekend in Chicago!
For information call 773-275-1170

02/06/2019

Beginning Chip Carving class comes to Chicago on March 30th! Checkout our spring & summer workshops.
https://chipcarving.com/wayne-barton-class-schedule.html

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07/27/2017

Checkout our Fall Schedule of Workshops! Next up is an All-Levels Workshop in Ludlow, Vermont . . .

https://chipcarving.com/wayne-barton-class-schedule.html

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03/18/2017

Hello Fellow Travelers!
As many of you already know, I’ve been conducting a “Tour to Switzerland and Surrounding Countries” for over 30 years and this year will be my last. There are still a few places available for this year’s tour September 15-27, 2017. If you’d like to experience Switzerland and the dream adventure of a lifetime, send me an email with your address at [email protected] for a full color brochure with complete itinerary and details.

Link to Online Brochure - Switzerland 2017:
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02/24/2017

SWITZERLAND TOUR 2017
If you’ve always wanted to see Switzerland the way few ever do, this is the tour & time to do it! SEPT. 15-27, 2017 -- Join us and be part of our SWISS ADVENTURE. We already have a nice gathering of enthusiastic travelers going with us and have room for only a few more. I’m looking forward to our excursion as we have added new destinations and activities. Call me with any questions! - Wayne (847) 692-2822.
Checkout our 2017 Brochure for details...
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06/03/2013

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Telephone

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Website

http://chipcarving.com/

Address

Park Ridge, IL
60068

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm