Learn the carving and painting techniques of Jeff’s work by registering for one of his upcoming classes or by contacting him directly to schedule individual lessons or small group workshops.

Upcoming Classes:

No upcoming classes at this time. If you’d like to schedule a class contact Jeff here.

Past Classes:

Sculpt & Paint a Blackburnian Warbler
April 24 – 26, 2018 at the Ward World Championship Education Conference
Learn the subtle techniques required to bring life to this beautiful bird.  Create a non-textured Blackburnian warbler through keen sculpting of a tupelo bird and base, then give it details and depth with striking paint.

 

Carving and Painting a Realistic Feather
April 26 – 27, 2017 at the Ward World Championship Education Conference
Beginner to Advanced – Participants are invited to join Jeff Rechin in a feather carving, texturing, and painting class. Students will follow along with the instructor as he guides them on developing a lifelike feather, and then examine and explore other feather types and techniques based on examples provided by the instructor. Each student will be given an almost finished blank which they will texture using power tools, wood burners, and light sanding, then they will learn sophisticated acrylic painting techniques for realism.

Magazine Demonstrations:

Follow the links below to see full demonstration articles from Wildfowl Carving Magazine.

Northern Flicker
Northern Flicker: Part Two

Eastern Bluebird
Eastern Bluebird: Part Two

American Kestrel
American Kestrel: Part Two