Many artists are exploring the art of chainsaw wood carving. It is a natural extension to their skills set and often includes a mixture of traditional carving techniques with modern designs. Since the 1960s, Crager and Tracie Dugas have been carving beautiful wood pieces. In between shows, they try to get home as much as possible to help out with painting and staining. His daughters now help him with staining and painting, as well. They also prefer white pine as it is lighter in weight and less likely crack.
Rich Anderson
Rich Anderson, a chainsaw wood carver from Reedsport in Oregon, is Rich Anderson. He is a Poughkeepsie resident and lives in Oregon with his wife and their son. Anderson holds several degrees in the fine arts and teaches art to children in the Pre-K to fifth grades. Anderson has carved sculptures all over Long Island. He also has sculptures from Colorado. His sculptures range from tall trees to small pieces such as corn ear sculptures. He is currently working with Youngs Farm sign in Riverhead.
He can create stunning sculptures with a $400 chainsaw that is much faster than it would take to cut a tree. Because they can be recycled, chainsaw wood carving is a more eco-friendly option than chisels or hammers. Anderson is a word-of mouth marketer and has carved a large cobra and a great Blue Heron for Wading Water's mechanic.
Tracie Dugas
Tracie Dugas's impressive work as a chainsaw woodcarver is evident in the life-size wizard she carved out of wood. The 49-year-old woman lives in Clare (Nova Scotia), between Digby and Yarmouth. The chainsaw wood carver, was among many artists who showed their work during Canada Day weekend in Sydney. Although tourists flooded Sydney's waterfront, the dry spell allowed locals to take in the view of the chainsaw artist and enjoy the waterway.
Tim Crager
Tim Crager, while he didn't consider him an artist and wasn't very skilled with a saw chainsaw, turned his passion into a full time career in carving six years back. Crager has sold over $1 million in carvings throughout the Eastern U.S. Crager was born in Garrett, Eastern Kentucky. He grew up watching the chainsaw wood carver at his work. The artist's style captivated him, so one day he called his boss and put in his two-week notice.
Crager prefers white pine when it comes to wood choice. It's readily available from tree trimming businesses. However, many people prefer other kinds of wood. Crager works with the grain of wood as a guide and let the saw do the rest. While Crager usually knows exactly what he's going to make before he begins a project, he will often change his mind mid-project. While small projects can be completed in a matter of minutes, large carvings can take up to 33 to 35 hours.
Don Scoggins
Don Scoggins can be described as a chainsaw woodcarver. His wood carvings are detailed and often contain many animals. His creations are a hit with tourists and locals alike. Blue Arrow Farm has a chainsaw shop, and its sculptures are so detailed and large they grace the front of the farm. Blue Arrow Farm is owned and managed by Don Oriolo. Don Oriolo and his wife, Kacie, met while competing in a chainsaw competition at the New Jersey State Fair.
The award-winning woodcarver started carving 15 years ago at a Reedsport, Oregon contest. He had already carved by hand, but he had never used a chainsaw before. 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, an Oregon chainsaw wood carver, has been a local favorite for many years. His beautiful and intricate carvings are highly regarded. He spent many years working in the timber industry, and he met like-minded people before he became famous. Here are some of the qualities that made him a world-class Wood Carver:
FAQ
What tools work best for me?
It's important that you consider your needs and preferences while shopping for tools. What do you prefer: metal or plastic handles? What size nails and screws do you usually use? Are you comfortable with power tools, or would you rather use hand tools?
How can my shop be organized?
First, make sure you have a designated space for tools storage. Your tools will stay sharp and ready to go when they are free from dust and debris. Pegboard hooks can be used to hang tools and accessories.
What is the difference in plywood and particleboard?
Plywood is a combination of layers of wood, which are then pressed together under high pressure. Plywood can come in many thicknesses and is used for flooring and cabinets. Particle board is made from sawdust mixed with resin and then compressed into large blocks. It's used for home improvement projects. Both types of boards are durable and easy to cut.
Which woods are good to use for furniture-making?
Woods are classified based on their hardness. Softwoods include cedar, pine, cedar, and Cypress. Because they are resistant, they can be used for outdoor furniture. The hardwoods include teak, maple, mahogany and oak. They're generally used indoors because they won't weather well outdoors.
What are the basics of woodworking?
Building a bench is a great way to get started in furniture building. This project can be completed with whatever wood you have available at home. If you aren't sure what type of wood to use, you can buy cheap pine boards from Lowes or Home Depot. You'll need to sand the bench after it's built. Then, finish it with varnish or a stain.
Statistics
- Most woodworkers agree that lumber moisture needs to be under 10% for building furniture. (woodandshop.com)
- If your lumber isn't as dry as you would like when you purchase it (over 22% in Glen Huey's opinion…probably over 10-15% in my opinion), then it's a good idea to let it acclimate to your workshop for a couple of weeks. (woodandshop.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 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that the number of jobs for woodworkers will decline by 4% between 2019 and 2029. (indeed.com)
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How To
How do you measure wood accurately?
Wood measurement can be done using several methods. We use a digital caliper (a tool used to measure distances), a laser level (used to make sure your work surface is flat), and a bubble level (used to make sure your work surface is perpendicular).
A digital caliper comes with two jaws. The one jaw holds the object to be measured, while the other measures distance between them. The digital calculator is ideal for measuring very small distances, like the thicknesses or wood.
Laser levels emit an infrared laser beam that projects a straight line across the floor. The laser emits an infrared light beam that projects a line across the floor. By looking down the line, you can see whether the surface is even or not. For larger surfaces, laser leveling is the best method of checking accuracy.
Bubble levels look similar to a compass. There is a bubble at the center of this device. The device will inform you if the surface is level if the bubble is in the center. Bubble levels can be used for checking the accuracy in smaller areas.