The National Ice Carving Association - Education & Conventions

Seminars and Trade shows

NICA's Trade Shows offers ice carvers and those interested in ice carving a fantastic opportunity to get together to learn,
network, and share ideas .

2010 NICA Trade Show and Educational Symposium-Check back for more info.

Education: Want to learn how to carve Ice

Check out our find a sculptor page for Ice carvers in your area. They will list if they offer instruction.

A number of culinary schools offer some instruction in ice carving as part of their curriculum. In an effort to support students interested in the art of sculpting ice, NICA has established an "Ice Art Education" Scholarship. Applications for this scholarship are due April 1, so click here for more information!

There are some Ice carving schools. Click here for a list and links to them.

Books and Videos: There are a number of books and Videos available which provide the challenging individual with instruction and pictures to assist in learning the art of Ice Sculpturing. Click here for a list and links to them.

Click here for the 10 steps to 3D sculpting that are recognized by the organization. This is only a summarized list.
For a complete outline with pictures click here to order the book.

NICA also has a number of design books with CD's available for purchase. Click Here.