The Santa Clara Valley Carvers (SCVC) recently collaborated with Woodcraft in San Carlos, CA, to host a chip carving demonstration. On April 26, 2025, Roman Chernikov led the demo, introducing about twenty attendees to the art of chip carving. During the event, participants learned about various aspects of chip carving and had the opportunity to try their hand at carving a practice board.
Roman Chernikov, an experienced chip carver with over 10 years of experience, shared his knowledge of chip carving techniques and showed his carved cutting boards, coasters, and an extensive collection of chip-carved items created by various artists throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Roman’s attention to detail and expertise made the chip carving demonstration educational and inspirational, covering topics such as safety, tool handling, carving techniques, pattern layout, design considerations, and finishing.
The demo was also supported by Connie, a talented carver and SCVC member, who assisted Roman and helped answer questions from attendees. The team at Woodcraft provided a welcoming platform for the event, and we appreciate their ongoing support in referring customers interested in woodcarving to our club by sharing the SCVC fliers with them.
We want to thank everyone involved in making this event a success, including Roman, Connie, and the staff at Woodcraft. If you’re interested in learning more about local woodcarving and woodworking opportunities, please visit our website for a calendar of events and workshops, as well as a list of classes offered by Woodcraft in San Carlos and other nearby clubs: https://santaclaravalleycarvers.org/nearby-clubs/.
