List of Pyrography Classes &  Wood Burning Classes in the USA & UK [Updated]

Pyrography is the art of drawing with heat. Pyrography hobbyists and artists draw designs, portraits, landscapes, lettering and countless other images using a heated pen and a wood surface.

Pyrography, or wood burning, is a lesser-known art form in both the US and UK that is typically pursued as a hobby. Still, many workshops and classes teaching the craft exist for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.

Woodworking business, art organizations, and folk schools offer in-person and online classes that are suitable for those who want to doodle with fire or burn an artistic masterpiece.

Here are some of the best pyrography classes taking place this year in the US and UK.

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Pyrography Classes in the USA

1) Pratt Fine Arts Center

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: online, small group, weekday, 4 sessions, evening
• Price: $125, plus cost of tools
• Website: https://public.pratt.org/public/ClassDetail.faces?wrkid=3153
• Telephone: (206) 328-2200
• Location: 1902 S Main St. Seattle, WA 98144

Pratt Fine Arts Center opened in 1976 and offers art education opportunities to people of all backgrounds and skill levels. The Center encourages beginners and professionals to work alongside each other as they explore drawing, painting, glass, metal, and wood.

Pratt is currently offering a Pyrography 101 class that teaches students to burn designs onto a keepsake box. This class is designed for beginners, yet is paced quickly to ensure all topics are covered within 4 class sessions.

Because of the online structure of this course, art materials are shipped to each student and pickup is not available. It is also worth noting that pyrography tools are not included, and the estimated cost of all necessary tools is $140.

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2) Seattle Central College

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: online, small group, evening, weekday
• Price: $59, plus cost of materials
• Website: https://learnatcentral.org/lifelong-learning/home-garden-classes/wood-carving-series/
• Telephone: (206) 934-5448
• Location: 1701 Broadway, Rooms BE1139 I-M Seattle, WA 98122

Seattle Central College offers Continuing Education programs for adults that promote professional development and personal enrichment.

Pyrography classes at Seattle Central College are taught by Saman Shojaei, an Iranian artist who moved to the United States in 2015 to teach at multiple fine arts schools. Shojaei has a laid-back and friendly teaching style and emphasizes the importance of high-quality art materials.

His Wood Pyrography & Painting class blends wood burning and painting to create one of a kind designs. Students learn design transfer, stroke techniques, and free hand wood burning.

Materials are not included in the cost of the class, but a supply list is available at the link provided above.

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3) WoodWhirled

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: single day, small group
• Price: $100
• Website: https://woodwhirled.com/products/wood-burning-class?contact%5Btags%5 D=ne wsletter&form_type=customer
• Telephone: (425) 488-9561
• Location: 12128 NE 162nd Pl Bothell, WA 98011

WoodWhirled is owned by Jack Wayne, a woodturner with experience in many different careers and hobbies. Wayne is the former president and vice president of Seattle Woodturners and South Puget Sound Woodturners.

WoodWhirled offers a 4 hour wood burning class suitable for beginner and intermediate students. Scheduling at WoodWhirled is very flexible: just pick the day you want to come and learn! Students should bring their own wood burners, but other materials are included.

This class is a more affordable option in the Seattle area and the flexibility of scheduling makes it ideal for people who lead busy lives.

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4) Woodcraft

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, multiple sessions, weekday, evening
• Price: $140
• Website: https://www.woodcraft.com/stores/denver/classes
• Telephone: (303) 290-0007
• Location: 6770 S Peoria St. Centennial, CO 80112

Woodcraft was founded in 1928 and is one of the oldest and largest woodworking suppliers in the US. The company has stores in more than 70 locations across the United States and offers unique in-store classes in addition to merchandise.

Woodcraft in Denver is currently offering a beginner and intermediate level pyrography class with instructor Amber Osborn. The class covers all the basic techniques needed to make a simple pyrography project. Students have the option to bring in their own project or have one supplied for them.

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5) Brico Craft Studio

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: online, small group, afternoon, weekend
• Price: $25 plus cost of supplies
• Website: https://bricocraftstudio.com/diy-workshops/042521-virtual-pyrography-workshop
• Telephone: N/A
• Location: 5555 N Lamar Blvd, C115 Austin, TX

Brico Craft Studio offers public and private instruction in a range of crafts. The Studio is currently offering live online Zoom classes that encourage creativity in a laid-back, collaborative environment.

Brico’s pyrography class is perfect for beginners. Students learn to use wood burning tools and practice with different pen nibs and techniques.

Because of the online nature of the course, all materials needed can be purchased and shipped directly to you.

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6) Parsons Wood Artistry

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, weekday, weekend, afternoon
• Price: N/A
• Website: https://www.pyrographystore.com/classes.html#/
• Telephone: (919) 389-4918
• Location: 6495 Hudlow Rd Union Mills, NC 28167

Parsons Wood Artistry is a pyrography supply retail store owned and operated by pyrography artist Michele Parsons. Parsons earned her degree in fine arts and has been wood burning for many years.

She is passionate about teaching pyrography through workshops and publications. Parsons has wrote for Pyrography Magazine and has written her own books.

Parsons teaches at different sites across the mid Atlantic and southern regions of the US. For a list of her upcoming classes, visit the link provided above. Her classes are appropriate for artists of all skill levels and focus on subjects like wildlife and landscapes. Some experience is helpful when attending her workshops.

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7) Adirondack Folk School

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group
• Price: $105 plus supply fee for non-members, $85 plus supply fee for members
• Website: https://www.adirondackfolkschool.org/afs/index.php?m=CatPage&catid=20
• Telephone: 518-696-2400
• Location: 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne, NY

Adirondack Folk School opened in 2010 and offers traditional craft workshops and other educational opportunities for the community of Lake Luzerne and surrounding areas. The Folk School aims to promote and preserve the arts, crafts, and heritage of the Adirondacks.

The Folk School offers an Introduction to Pyrography class that is perfect for beginner wood burners or students who want to refine their technique.

Adirondack offers several sessions of this class throughout the year, so there are several opportunities to sign up and attend. For membership information, please contact Adirondack at the number or website listed.

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Pyrography Classes in the UK

8) Bob Neill Pyrography

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, private, single day
• Price: £90
• Website: https://www.bobneillpyrography.co.uk/index.htm
• Telephone: 01332 792036
• Location: 10 Long Croft, Aston on Trent, Derby DE72 2UH

Bob Neill is a pyrography artist who has been involved in art his entire life and has taught art for over 20 years. Neill was part of the pyrography revival of the 1970s and continues to share his passion for wood burning today through his artwork, workshops, and live demonstrations.

Bob Neill’s classes are ideal for beginner pyrography artists and include the history of the craft, transferring designs, techniques, and hands-on practice with shading and decorating wooden items like coasters and spoons.

Neill’s classes are very reasonably priced, especially considering that all materials and a lunch are included. If you are new to pyrography and want to learn from a pro, contact Bob Neill.

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9) Ruth Wheeler

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, full day, weekday
• Price: £75
• Website: http://ruthwheeler.co.uk/product/spoon-carving-workshop-march-9-th-2019/
• Telephone: 07769 906529
• Location: Milford, Surrey

Ruth Wheeler is an artist and yoga instructor who offers pyrography and other art workshops throughout the year.

Wheeler offers an Art Pyrography class in which students wood burn a decorative art panel. According to the class description, Wheeler “inspires and guides” students to create their own masterpieces, so this option is likely best suited to pyrographers who have some experience with wood burning tools and basic techniques.

This class was last offered in the fall and winter of 2019, likely due to the current pandemic. For information on upcoming pyrography class dates, contact Ruth Wheeler directly.

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10) Pyrographiques

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, private, full day
• Price: £85-£135
• Website: http://www.pyrographiques.co.uk/courses.html
• Telephone: 44(0)1522 501454
• Location: 10 Meadow Close, North Hykeham, Lincoln LN6 9RW, UK

Pyrographiques is a pyrography studio owned and operated by artist Susan Robey. Robey is skilled in a range of artistic mediums but discovered pyrography in the 1980s and it is now her medium of choice.
Susan Robey offers Introduction to Pyrography and 3D Pyrography courses at her studio. Private or small group options are available and class sizes are kept very small to ensure one-on-one instruction.

Students learn a variety of beginner and intermediate wood burning techniques on both wood and leather.

Equipment, materials, refreshments, and high-quality instruction are included in the cost of tuition, so lessons at Pyrographiques are definitely well worth the price!

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11) Turners Retreat

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group, full day
• Price: £125
• Website: https://www.turners-retreat.co.uk/pyrography-course/p2946
• Telephone: 01302 744344
• Location: Unit 2 Faraday Close, Harworth, Doncaster, Nottinghamshire, DN11 8RU

Turners Retreat is a haven for woodworkers! It is a store and learning center that sells lumber, tools, large equipment, and other essentials. Educational opportunities include a pyrography class that is suitable for beginners.

The class is taught by Lisa Shackleton and Bob Neill (described above). Students learn equipment setup, texturing, shading, and finishing. Several decorative items are provided for practice.

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12) Lovely Craft Club

• Type: Pyrography
• Classes: small group
• Price: £49
• Website: https://www.londoncraftclub.co.uk/products/anyone-can-learn-the-art-of-pyrography
• Telephone: 44 20 3488 0217
• Location: 16 St Mark’s Studios, 14 Chillingworth Road, Islington, London, N7 8QJ

Lovely Craft Club is owned by Sonia, a craft enthusiast. The Club hosts classes and workshops that promote socialization, creativity, and relaxation.

A pyrography class is offered for complete beginners. Participants practice wood burning with various pen tips and wooden objects like boxes, utensils, and a keyring.

Lovely Craft Club’s class is ideal for adults, as wine or beer is provided. This would be a great option for a group of friends who want to try out a new artistic hobby together.