[Mark N. Akers]

A good friend and I was invited to pertisipate in a Mike Shipley class hoosted by a Local Club.Had a really great time and Mike has a neat teaching ability.If you get the chance to take a class with Mike you will really enjoy it.I'll post some pictures later.

[Bob_in_TN]

I enjoyed the class I took with Mike. IMHO his style is simple, but has enough detail to make his carvings interesting. I wanted to take another of his classes a few months ago, but had other commitments. Maybe some day.

[Mark N. Akers]

Here's a few pictures of Mike's things and a class picture,I'll post some pictures of my finished things later.As Bob said he teaches a simple but really neat technique,I'd really advise you to take his class.

[gene messer]

Mark .. What a bunch of lucky guys you are .. I bet Mike puts on a great class ..

I have always loved Mikes' simple way of carving ... His figures are such a joy to see and someday i would love to take one of his classes ..

Thanks for sharing Mark ..

Gene

[Lightningbolt]

That second picture brought quite a smile when I saw that "army" of santas... then I clicked on the third picture!

One of these days I'd love to attend one of his classes. Thanks for posting.

[Iowa Carver]

Mark that is awesome. I wish I could take one with Mike. He is one of my favorites.

Corey

[Hi_Ho_Sliver]

Boy thats scary, looking at that mottly group of carvers , knowing they all have knives!

[MoodyBlue]

Mike is an excellent instructor. I had the opportunity to take his class this year at the rendezvous at Silver Dollar City back in March. It was a great time and his style of carving is fun and surprisingly fast. I just about completed a carving every day.

[Arnold Smith]

Mark, Look like A good weekend.

Arnold

[Mark N. Akers]

here's the pictures I promised when I finished painting my projects,hope y'all like them,I reccommend if you have a chance take a class with Mike,you'll really enjoy it.