John Susin
John is an award-winning carver who specializes in Santa's and caricatures. Some of his larger Santa's
have kaleidoscopes built into their bodies, making them a holiday ornament which is both a delight to
see and to play with.

He was a state winner in the Woodcraft Santa competition and his Santa trio graced the front and back
covers of Chip Chats, which has published feature articles on his work. John is a highly successful
teacher whose goal is for every student to complete a project worthy of becoming a family heirloom.
Class: Carving a Santa ornament

Thursday & Friday

Level: beginning and intermediate carvers

Tools needed: Students will need a sharp carving knife, a palm gouge no wider than 1/4” with a #7
sweep, a 1/8” palm gouge with a #9 sweep, and a protective carving glove.

Total fee: $10.00 site facility fee  + $10.00 instructor fee Plus material fee(see below)

Material fee: $2.50

Maximum: 10 students