An Introduction to Letter Carving in Stone 2026 (3-Days)

WITH LISI ASHBRIDGE

Friday 24th - Sunday 26th April | Friday 14th - Sunday 16th August 2026

£320.00

This three-day course, hosted by Lisi Ashbridge, offers an introduction to letter carving in stone and slate.

We will discuss different lettering styles, and you will hand draw your own design. Learn about what works for which purposes and how to transfer your design onto the material. Then you will be taught the ancient technique of carving letters with a chisel and mallet by hand, resulting in letterforms that are sharp and crisp and can last for centuries.

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An Introduction to Letter Carving in Stone 2025

An Introduction to Letter Carving in Stone 2026 (3-Days)

£320.00

£320.00

About the course

Lisi will give group demonstrations and support each participant through individual tuition addressing your needs. Each participant can decide whether to aim towards a short, finished piece of work or just letter carving practice. A slide talk will aid understanding of letterforms (both ancient and contemporary) and stimulate discussions. There will be books and inspirational material for you to look at.

A hands-on three day course

  • Each participant will have their own workstation, and there is space for drawing practice and design work.
  • During the three days, you will start off by becoming familiar with the feeling of how to hold the tools and practice some general strokes. You might want to have a go at different materials.
  • There will be a talk and slide presentation on design and layout.
  • Lisi will help you to develop your own design, which you will then transfer onto the stone/slate.
  • You will then be ready to carve your design and be proud of it!

About Lisi Ashbridge

Lisi Ashbridge set up her letter-carving workshop in Wiltshire 10 years ago. Based on her background in visual recognition, art and design, and inspired by themes as diverse as poetry, history, philosophy, science, and the landscape, Lisi creates a wide range of original and beautifully crafted sculptural carvings for the home, garden, and memorials. The pieces demonstrate her ability to respond to her sense of the spirit of place and, in some instances, also reveal her wonderfully quirky sense of humour.

Lisi is a QEST scholar and an elected member of the British Master Cavers Association as well as the Lettering Arts Trust (memorials by artists).

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Important Information

  • This course is suitable for beginners through to intermediate learners. Those with some existing experience may well progress quicker through the first day of experiments.
  • This course is designed for six people.
  • This course will take place at The King’s Foundation Highgrove, Barley Court, Doughton, Tetbury GL8 8TQ.
  • We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing that you are happy to be seated in; avoid wearing loose sleeves or loose jewellery; a sturdy pair of shoes or boots will need to be worn.
  • Please bring a packed lunch with you each day. There is no cafe on site, although tea and coffee will be supplied.
  • Limited accommodation is available on site. Please email highgrove@kings-foundation.org to enquire.
  • If you have any accessibility requirements, please email highgrove@kings-foundation.org.
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