Artists Boot Camp Advanced Classes

Advanced Education for Artists

Ice Caving Boot Camp Photos

Fall 2018 Boot Camp Class — November 2018 Boot Camp

Aaron Costic Doing Ice Wing Demonstration Class

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Ice Carving Classes

Two different Ice Carving Classes are held at out Boot Camps. Our November Boot Camp is designed for advanced ice sculptors. Over three days students learn from four master ice sculptors. In addition to learning advanced techniques and designs for multi block ice sculptures, we also work to reinforce fundamental skills and provide networking

The April Ice Carving Boot Camp focus on entry level carving. Four single block sculptures are created over the three day period using fundamental practices such as the Seven Steps to Systematic Carving and basic tool handling and safety. This Class is ideal for business with new carvers looking to give them dedicated training on buffet style ice carvings

Wood Carving Classes

This boot camp is held every 2 years in April. Master wood carvers are brought in to teach students the tools, techniques, and considerations when creating wood sculptures. Class size is kept small to allow the masters to work more directly with students. Wood Carvers of all skill levels are welcome in the Wood Carving Classes

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ACF Continuing Education Classes

Boot Camp for Artists

Our Boot Camps are held twice a year, in April and November, and provide artists from around the world a place to learn and network. Our classes provide Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) for the American Culinary Federation and Certification Points for the National Ice Carving Association. Classes are taught by masters in their fields and hosted by Aaron Costic of Elegant Ice Creation. Students learn at a picturesque resort near Charleston, West Virginia, that provides easy access and lodging to carvers from around the world

Vegetable Carving Classes and Sugar Sculpting Classes

The Vegetable Carving Classes and Sugar Sculpting Classes are ideal for chefs that which to learn to create intricate sculptures for buffets and other displays. Over the three days carvers learn and hone skills under the instruction of a master food sculptor

Pottery and Clay Classes

Sarah Costic teaches how to use a potter’s wheel to turn bowls, plates, pie dishes, jars, and mugs in our Pottery Classes. Students of all levels are welcome, with new students able to learn the basic techniques, and advance students learning new methods.

Contact Us

Elegant Ice Creation
440-717-1940
4001 Towpath Tr, Unit C
Broadview Heights, OH 44203

Aaron@elegantice.com

Ice CNC Classes

Advanced computer controlled machines permit more accurate engraving for logos along with kit creation. This Ice CNC classes boot camp focuses on design techniques and consideration when using a CNC and CAM software to create ice sculptures. Maintenance and efficiency are also covered to help carvers to use their CNC machines to full potential

Water Color Classes

Vladimir Zhikhartsev, a Russian master, teaches advanced water color techniques to artists in a very picturesque setting allowing for incredible inspiration. These watercolor classes are ideal for artist that wish to take their paintings to the next level