Wood Carving

Wood Carving is the art of shaping and detailing wood to create a decorative or functional piece, based on a provided drawing. Competitors are expected to demonstrate precision, creativity, and control in executing carving techniques. The task involves selecting appropriate tools, interpreting the design accurately, and applying various carving methods to bring the drawing to life. Attention to detail, craftsmanship, and an understanding of wood properties are essential to produce a high-quality finished piece.

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the Assessment Framework.

Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.

• Released in November 2026

This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.

The previous International Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre‑task Assignment is available below. It illustrates the competition’s level of difficulty but does not correspond to the document for 2027.

• 2023 Pre-task Assignment, Wood Carving

Task Assignment is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

• Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Marko Varjos

Salpaus Further Education

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

• Application period for judges in May 2026
• Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
• Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027