Anyone into carving?

RBeckom

I am a carver and wanted to see if anyone else in the forum shares my interest . I'll post some of my work later this week.

taythegibs

i tried doing small wood carvings a few times but the last time i did (when i was 13-14) i was startled, the chisel slipped, and the gash in my finger never healed right and hurts me to this day... i wish i could get the nerve to try it again.

deejmemixx

RBeckom

Direwolf

Always wanted to carve, but don't have an artistic bone in my body.

camgfs

Goldy

I've been carving a stone chess set for a while now.

RBeckom

RBeckom

RBeckom

camgfs

How big are the wooden masks and how long does it take to carve one? What type of wood do you use?

RBeckom

camgfs

RBeckom

RBeckom

Rhamlin

Have you done any cigar ashtrays? I saw one a guy on the boat made it was single stick travel astray that was really sharp looking.

DSWarmack

I might have to get you to make me a cane!

RBeckom

RBeckom

Rhamlin

clearlysuspect

RBeckom

slickric

you know, i have been thinking of getting into carving for a while, is it expensive to start out?

RBeckom

Rhamlin

Can't wait to see how it comes out, who know you may wind up supplying us all with some great handmade ashtrays.

slickric

RBeckom

When I get A chance I'll post some pictures of my tools and work spaces.

RBeckom

slickric

RBeckom

I'm still researching finishes that would be suitable for ashtrays. My main concern is scorching. I'll post more on this topic as I learn it.

Rhamlin

Nice looking set of tools Rodney.