This is a four-part workshop with sessions on Fridays, June 9, 16, 23, and 30

Tom Yates has been creating his unique brand of wood sculptures since 1993. Working out of his studio on Maryland's Eastern Shore, he finds inspiration on his long walks along the shores and inlets of the Chesapeake. He 'sees' his creations in the root structures of old trees and brings them to life through a detailed process of design, carving, and finishing. Join him for this four-week program to learn the fundamentals of carving and how to create what you 'see' in unique pieces of wood. The program will be offered at the Nursery in the open air tin-roofed shelter. Limited to 5 participants.

Materials to bring: Dremel or similar power carving tool, wood bits for power tool (at least four different bits are needed), safety glasses, breathing mask, and a piece of driftwood or chunk of soft wood (pine, sassafras, cedar, poplar, or cherry, but no oak or locust). The instructor will provide extra pieces of wood.

Fee: $75 members, $95 general public

410.634.2847, ext. 0 or info@adkinsarboretum.org