Many artists are starting to explore the art of wood carving with a chainsaw. The art is a natural extension of their skill set and often involves a combination of traditional carving techniques and modern designs. Crager and Tracie Dugas, his wife, have been creating beautiful wood carvings since the 1960s. They try to stay home as much as they can to do some staining or painting between shows. His daughters also help with some of his staining and painting projects. They prefer white pine because it is lighter than other types of pine and is less likely to crack.
Rich Anderson
Rich Anderson is an Oregon chainsaw wood carver. Anderson, a Poughkeepsie-native, lives with his family. Anderson has several degrees from the Fine Arts Department and teaches art to children from Pre-K through Fifth Grade. Anderson has carved many sculptures throughout Long Island. His pieces include standing trees as well as smaller pieces such corn ear sculptures. He is currently working on a sign for Youngs Farm in Riverhead.
A $400 chainsaw can be used to create sculptures that are more beautiful than those made by chiseling out a tree. Because they can be recycled, chainsaw wood carving is a more eco-friendly option than chisels or hammers. Anderson promotes his business by word of mouth. He has created a huge cobra and great blue heron to help a Wading River mechanic.
Tracie Dugas
Tracie Dugas has created a life-size Wizard from wood. This is a great example of her skill as an expert chainsaw wood carver. The 49-yearold lives in Clare Nova Scotia between Digby, Yarmouth. The chainsaw wood carver was one of several artists who exhibited their work during the Canada Day weekend in Sydney, Nova Scotia. While Sydney's waterfront was full of tourists, the brief dry spell gave locals the perfect opportunity to enjoy the waterfront and get a glimpse from the chainsaw wood carver.
Tim Crager
Tim Crager was not an artist. He was only moderately skilled with a chainsaw. However, six years ago his passion for carving made him a full-time carver. Crager has been traveling the Eastern U.S. selling over $1 million worth carvings since that time. Crager was raised in Garrett, Eastern Kentucky. His father was a chainsaw wood carver. Crager was attracted to the art's unique style and he gave his boss his two-week notice.
Crager prefers white pine when it comes to wood choice. It's readily available from tree trimming businesses. Some people prefer other woods. Crager follows the grain in the wood and lets it guide his creations. Although Crager is usually clear about what he intends to do before he starts a project, he can change his mind at any time. For small projects, it takes less than an hour. Large carvings can take 33 to 35hrs.
Don Scoggins
Don Scoggins is an expert chainsaw and wooden carver. His wood carvings include detailed animals and often include multiple animals. His creations have attracted attention from tourists and neighbors alike. Blue Arrow Farm's entrance and coffee shop are adorned with chainsaw sculptures that are so detailed and large. Blue Arrow Farm's owner is Don Oriolo. He also manages Felix the Cat. Kacie Oriolo, Don Oriolo’s husband, met while participating in a New Jersey State Fair competition for chainsaws.
The 15-year old wood carver was awarded the award at a Reedsport, Oregon competition. He had carved before, but hadn't used a chainsaw. His carvings now feature an otter, mother bear and squirrel looking out of a tree. He's now getting ready for the National Chainsaw Carving Competition.
Dan Porter
Dan Porter is a chainsaw wood carver and has been highly sought after for many years. His beautiful and intricate carvings are highly regarded. But before he became famous, he spent years carving for the timber industry and met other like-minded people. Here are some of the qualities that made him a world-class Wood Carver:
FAQ
What material would you recommend to start learning woodworking?
You can start with softwoods like pine or poplar. Once you feel comfortable with these two, move on to hardwood.
Where can I start woodworking?
Learning how to build furniture is the best method. You will need tools. There are bound to be mistakes. But if your persistence is consistent, you will soon master the craft.
You should first choose the project you wish to complete. You could make something as simple or complex as a box. Or you could build a whole entertainment center. Once you've settled on a project find a local skilled woodworker. Ask the local woodworker for help in deciding what tools and where to get them. You might even ask whether there's someone else you can talk to who does this kind of work.
Where can I locate free woodworking plans
Woodworking plans can be found online without the need to purchase books or magazines. You only need to Google search. Simply type "free woodworking” into the search box and you'll find hundreds of websites that offer free plans.
What type of tools does a carpenter use?
The most common tool used by carpenters is a hammer. The hammer is used to pound nails into wood. They can also use it to hold the pieces together as they work on a project. Other tools include clamps.
Statistics
- In 2014, there were just over 237,000 jobs for all woodworkers, with other wood product manufacturing employing 23 percent; wood kitchen cabinets and countertop manufacturing employing 21 percent. (theartcareerproject.com)
- Overall employment of woodworkers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations. (bls.gov)
- The best-paid 10 percent make $76,000, while the lowest-paid 10 percent make $34,000. (zippia.com)
- Average lumber prices rose about 600 percent between April 2020 and May 2021. (familyhandyman.com)
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How To
Tips on how to drive a nail in wood
First, choose the right size and type of tool to drive a nail through wood. There are many types of hammers that you will find: claw hammers and sledgehammers; mallets; ball peen hammers; and hatchets. Each kind of hammer has its own advantages and disadvantages. A clawhammer works best when hitting something hard like nails. However, it can sometimes be difficult to see exactly where the strike is going. Although a sledgehammer can be used to hit large areas quickly, it is too heavy to be useful for small tasks.
After choosing the right hammer, place your hand flat against the side of the head so that the handle rests comfortably in your palm. Grip the handle firmly, but don't squeeze it so tightly that you hurt yourself. Your wrist should be relaxed while you hold the hammer straight upwards. Next, swing the hammer toward the ground and aim for the nail's center. You should feel the impact from the hammer striking a nail. Try practicing with a block to help you master the art of swinging a stick.
The hammer should be held close to your body when you are ready to begin driving the nail. Place the nail so that it is perpendicular with the wood's surface. Keep your eyes focused directly on the tip of the nail. Swing your hammer forward. Then follow through with the motions of the hammerhead. Keep doing this until you are comfortable with the swing. When you are confident with the technique, add power to your swings. Then, raise the hammer from your shoulder to bring it down. This way, you'll be able to put more energy behind your blows.
Once you have successfully drilled the first hole in the nail, remove the hammer. Use a pry bar or screwdriver to pull out the rest of the nails. Keep the nail heads parallel to the board's surfaces in order to avoid splitting wood.