Kick off the Carveco User Group with a proper welcome. Hosted by our MC Tony, this opening session introduces the Carveco team and sets the stage for the weekend ahead.
Robert Newman, Managing Director and Co-Founder, will share the story behind Carveco, what you can expect over the next two days, and why this community of makers, businesses, and creators alike, is at the heart of everything we do.
Be among the first to see what’s coming next in Carveco.
Join Leighton and Tim for a live preview of the latest features and improvements, with exclusive demos of what’s just around the corner. If you want to see it before anyone else, this is not one to miss.
Demonstration
Where
Main Stage
13:15 - 13:55
Carveco in the Classroom: Empowering Student Makers
For educators who want to bring CNC technology into their teaching spaces, this session focuses on practical classroom integration. We’ll explore how to manage a room full of students working on CNC projects, keep workflows smooth and safe, and weave Carveco tools into your maker curriculum in a way that’s engaging for students. You’ll leave with concrete strategies and real-world examples to share.
Discover how to get the best results from Carveco’s latest AI-powered tools.
Hamilton Dilbeck shares practical tips, workflows, and real examples to help you work smarter, save time, and get more from your designs.
Get more from your CNC by choosing the right tool for the job.
Join Cody Elkins of Cadence Manufacturing, the makers behind the renowned Jenny Bits, alongside Leighton, as they share practical advice on tooling, setup, and getting the best possible results from your cuts.
Discover how combining Carveco’s AI-powered Image to Relief tools with laser engraving can create highly detailed, high-contrast 3D results.
Morgan Hop (Onefinity) and Jay Johnson (J Tech Photonics) walk through a collaborative project, starting with the carve and finishing with laser enhancement, to show how these technologies work together to elevate your final piece.
Got a question? This is your chance to ask it.
Hosted by Tony the Tool, this live Q&A brings together the Carveco team, Rob Newman, Robert Simunic, Leighton Ashcroft, and Tim Phelps, to answer your questions on anything from workflows and features to real-world making.
A relaxed, hands-on session designed for makers looking to get more from Carveco.
Join Leighton in a smaller, studio setting as he shares practical tips and tricks to help you work faster, improve your designs, and get more accurate results. With plenty of time for questions and real examples, this is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills and pick up new techniques.
Take your inlay work to the next level with two of the best in the business.
Vernon Hinkle and Chad Bookman share their approach to creating clean, smooth, and highly detailed inlays, walking through the techniques and considerations that make all the difference in the final result.
Demonstration
Where
Studio Space
15:00 - 15:30
Modelling for Industry: How the Pros Do It
By Robert Newman Managing Director & Co-Founder @ Carveco
See how Carveco is used across professional industries.
In this live session, Rob Newman explores real-world applications, from coin minting and confectionary to automotive and beyond, demonstrating how to approach modelling with a professional mindset and workflow.
A focused session for experienced users looking to refine their workflow and push their results further.
Hosted by Leighton in an intimate studio setting, this session dives into advanced tips and techniques to help you work more efficiently, improve accuracy, and get the most out of Carveco in a professional environment.
Talk
Where
Studio Space
Day 1 - The Venue
11:00
Doors Open
The doors open for the first-ever Carveco User Group. With an hour to look around and catch up with friends before the action starts!
11:00
Community Partner Booths Open
Dive into hands-on experiences and expert insights at our community partner booths. Meet Timberfalls for one-to-one mentoring, personalize projects with Carveco Academy, watch OneFinity’s CNC in action, explore cutting tools with Cadence Manufacturing & Design, discover innovations at Datron, and see laser engraving in action with J Tech Photonics. Each booth offers demos, advice, and a chance to connect with industry experts throughout the day!
Carve your mark… literally! Ice Sculpture Inc. will be outside with a giant ice block and expert carvers. They’ll show you how to sculpt, and you’ll get a chance to carve your name, logo, or design. Get carving before it melts away!
Join the Carveco Academy and Onefinity collaboration, where you’ll add a personal touch to a keepsake. You’ll customize it in the Carveco software, whether it’s your initials, a logo, or a special design, and then watch as Onefinity carves it live. It’s a unique chance to create a personalized keepsake to take home.
Got a challenge or need guidance on a project? Jason from Timberfalls is offering one-to-one mentoring all day. Bring your work, ask questions, and get a taste of expert guidance tailored just for you.
14:30 - 15:30
Lunch (Provided)
Enjoy a relaxed deli platter lunch, perfect for refueling and chatting with fellow makers.
Refreshments
18:15 - 19:15
Open Bar
For one hour, the drinks are on us! Sip your favorite beer or wine, and if you go for a cocktail, enjoy a bespoke ice cube crafted by Ice Sculpture Inc.
Refreshments
19:00 - 20:00
All-American BBQ
Head outside for a classic barbecue. Hot off the grill and full of flavor, perfect for a laid-back bite.
Refreshments
23:00
Bar Closes
The time has come to ring the bell and call last orders, but don’t worry, we’ll be back tomorrow to keep the good times flowing!
Refreshments
00:00
Doors Close
As we close the doors on day one of our action-packed weekend, rest up, there’s plenty more Carveco fun to come tomorrow!
See how Carveco is used to create stunning ice sculptures, from initial design through to the final cut.
Award-winning sculptors Jim Duggan (Ice Sculpture Inc.) and Aaron Costic (Elegant Ice Creations) walk through their process, sharing how they design their work in Carveco before bringing it to life. Then, watch as they take to the ice live, using power tools to shape and refine a sculpture right in front of you.
A rare chance to see true masters at work, combining digital design with hands-on craft.
Celebrate the incredible work coming out of the Carveco community.
In this live showcase, Tim Phelps highlights a range of standout projects and speaks with their makers to uncover how they were created, the challenges faced, and the techniques behind the results.
Take your designs beyond 2D and into fully realised 3D projects.
In this live demo, Jason Woodruff of Timberfalls shows how to create 3D models from vectors using Carveco Maker Plus, highlighting the tools and techniques that help you add depth, detail, and impact to your work. If you’re looking to step into 3D carving and take your designs to the next level, this session will show you how.
Demonstration
14:15 - 15:00
Session TBA
15:15 - 15:45
Session TBA
16:00 - 16:45
Closing TBA
Day 2 - The Venue
10:00
Doors Open
The doors open for the second day of the first-ever Carveco User Group. With an hour to look around and catch up with friends before the action starts!
10:00
Community Partner Booths Open
Dive into hands-on experiences and expert insights at our community partner booths. Meet Timberfalls for one-to-one mentoring, personalize projects with Carveco Academy, watch Onefinity’s CNC in action, explore cutting tools with Cadence Manufacturing & Design, discover innovations at Datron, and see laser engraving in action with J Tech Photonics. Each booth offers demos, advice, and a chance to connect with industry experts throughout the day!
Join the Carveco Academy and Onefinity collaboration, where you’ll add a personal touch to a keepsake. You’ll customize it in the Carveco software, whether it’s your initials, a logo, or a special design, and then watch as Onefinity carves it live. It’s a unique chance to create a personalized keepsake to take home.
Got a challenge or need guidance on a project? Jason from Timberfalls is offering one-to-one mentoring all day. Bring your work, ask questions, and get a taste of expert guidance tailored just for you.
Hands-On
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch (Provided)
Enjoy a relaxed deli platter lunch, perfect for refuelling and chatting with fellow makers.
Refreshments
18:00
Doors Close
The doors close on the first ever Carveco User Group. Thanks for coming and we wish you a safe journey home.
