Ice Sculpting Experience

Have a go at ice sculpting - quite literally the coolest work of art you'll ever create! These half day workshops take place at a professional ice-sculptor's studios in South London and offer a fascinating hands on insight into creating stunning sculptures using just ice.

Your introduction to this frozen world of art starts with a tour around the studios, a chat about the history of ice sculpting and the tools of the trade - with drills, saws and chisels all being used to chip away at the ice. The ice blocks are produced at the studios using special water formulae which not only provides excellent clarity but also takes longer to melt, so there's plenty of time to enjoy the icy creations.

Your first challenge, once kitted out in gloves, goggles and aprons, is to work a small block of ice to make a solo mini ice sculpture that you get to take away with you (packed in insulation so your iced piece of creativity doesn't melt on the way home!). You then work in pairs to carve a 28kg block into your ice sculpting piece de resistance. Usually you are tasked with creating a unique wine cooler/holder in whatever form your imagination comes up with.

This ice sculpting class offers a truly unique creative experience that lets you have a go at an art form that is both stunning and great fun to try.

The experience lasts approximately 3 hours and includes an introduction into the history of ice sculpting, a tour of the workshop and ice shaping tools. In the first session you'll create a solo sculpture which you can take away at the end of the day. After a short break you'll work on a larger 2 person creation working on a 28kg ice block. All courses are under the guidance of professional Ice Sculptors. Guests will also receive a certificate of accomplishment.

Courses are available on the first Thursday of every month.  Groups of four people may be accommodated on Saturdays by arrangement.

The professional Ice Sculpting studios are in Wimbledon, South West London. The nearest Tube is Wimbledon Park.

Minimum age is 14. Comfortable footwear that covers the toes is required. Trainers are ideal. Comfortable clothing that allows you to work freely is recommended. Protective clothing is provided.

There is limited space for spectators, additional non participating guests must be confirmed with the ice sculptors at the time of booking.