Come carve a Japanese rice paddle (aka Shamoji) in this two day carving class at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, FL. This hands-on workshop centers on shaping wood into a useful and beautifully simple kitchen utensil. Participants will work with both straight and curved carving blades while learning how form, surface, and grain influence the finished piece. The workshop explores paddle design, wood selection, finishing oils, and carving techniques, allowing participants to experience the tactile rhythm of handwork while creating their own hand-carved rice paddle.

Wood and carving tools will be provided.

Details:

Date

• 2-day workshop – Saturday, October 10th & 17th 2026

  • Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Price

• $150

Material Fee

• $25 (cash payable to the instructor)

• Participants please bring an apron and/or wear old clothes

Location

• Oki Education Center

To reserve your spot, click here!