Below is an overview of some of the tools, supplies,
and equipment used during instruction.

Carvers have the opportunity to use a huge variety of the latest and most innovative
tools, equipment, ice carving books, and supplies in our ice carving instruction programs.

A major emphasis is placed on teaching the safe use of all tools.

• Specially adapted power and hand tools
  
• Clinebell Ice Block Maker ®, hoist, and related equipment
• Innovative rotary bits
• Stihl, Husqvarna, and Makita chainsaws
• Modified chainsaw blades ranging from 12" to 28" long
• Alaskan mill
• Torches, irons, aluminum fusion plates, nail boards
• The best Misono, Hiryu, and J.B. Prince chisels and saws
• A variety of custom ice sculpture display bases
  including custom beverage bar display and rotational displays.
  
• Advanced design materials
  
• Computer graphics programs
• High-tech special effects and lighting technologies
• Professional layout and enlarging tools and equipment
• Art and design instructional media
  
• A library featuring all of the professional ice carving books (20 different titles) ever published
  
  ...and much more!
  
  
  

  Testimonial: "I received the instruction and hospitality beyond my expectations. Paul Germain made me feel at home. I was immersed into all aspects of Ice Carving. The emphasis on drawing and the use of clay was extremely helpful. The Studio was well equipped and Paul Germain demonstrated all their uses. AICD's Hospitality was like being at a Fine Bed and Breakfast. The one on one instruction was exactly what I needed. Being a chef, I will definately let those in my industry know about AICD. I look forward to returning. Thank you, Paul!" Thomas Selzer, CEC, CPIC, General Manager of Instructional Food Service, Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA

  
  

All tools, ice, artwork, resources, and supplies used for instructional purposes are considered the property of AICD and are to remain at the AICD facility. AICD reserves the sole right to discard, donate, or raise funds for any ice sculpture completed through its courses of instruction.