The Master Carvers Association
The oldest association of wood and stonecarvers in the UK, the Master Carvers Association stands for the highest quality of work: professionally executed and delivered on time.
The MCA
The Master Carvers Association boasts a membership of over 40, about half being individual carvers and the rest employing a number of apprentices and trained crafts people.
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The MCA is affiliated with the Heritage Crafts Association
Featured members
Hugh Wedderburn
Hugh carves mainly in wood, though also enjoys stone and marble, working in period styles and designs of his own contrivance.
Agrell Architectural Carving
Specialists in design and high-end architectural hand carving in wood for religious, residential and commercial projects.
Simon Keeley
Simon’s early inspiration for carving stone was Lincoln Cathedral, living & studying conservation & restoration in Lincoln.
Charles Oldham
Being involved in restoration such as Windsor Castle and Hampton Court as well as working on masterpieces which pass through the antique…
Nick Roberson
Nick has worked on public commissions as well as historic buildings and carvings.
Gillian Forbes
My studio sits on the edge of a wood in rural Perthshire and am constantly inspired by the natural elements around me.
Videos
Agrell Architectural Carving
Master Carver, Ian Agrell, discusses the philosophy behind Agrell Architectural Carving.
The Spirit of Letter Carving
An interview with Fergus Wessel
The reinstating of The Kings Chamber Chandeliers, Kensington Palace
A project that enabled Ray Dudman ( W. Thomas Restorations Ltd. ) to share his knowledge, experience and expertise with many early career carvers.