Dixie Biggs has been a full-time studio woodturner/artist since 1989 and is best known for her meticulously carved, “leaf-wrapped” vessels. She has exhibited her work in such notable venues as the Smithsonian Craft Show, the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show, and in American Craft Council shows. Her work is in many public and private collections worldwide and she has demonstrated at regional symposiums.

Simple Surface Embellishments

This demonstration will show some easy ways to enhance your work with the use of dyes, grain fillers or the simple use of dots, dots, and more dots.

Bringing Life to Your Work

During this demonstration, I will share with you my relief-carving techniques using rotary power carvers.  You'll see the steps I use to create my 'leaf-wrapped' vessels.

Using Woodburning and Color for Added Detail

Expand your choices for surface enhancements.  During this demonstration I'll show you how the woodburner can be used like a hot knife in relief work.  Also, by incorporating color, you can add new dimensions to your pieces.