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I love all kinds of art. There are so many mediums to I have yet to explore and I find each one challenging and rewarding. I wish I had more time for it all. My family and job keep me busy, but I try to set aside time when I can, not only for the simple enjoyment, but also to continue to develop as an artist. I have two boys who are nearing college, and I try to spend as much time with them as I can. They are the most important thing in my life. I also love nature and the outdoors, I can often be found fishing, hunting, or just hanging out in the beautiful outdoors that God has given us.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Caricature Carving


I consider myself somewhat of a "Serial Hobbyist".  I spend money on woodcarving tools and start woodcarving projects I don't finish.  I spend money on drawing paper and expensive Prisma-Colored pencils and then do a few drawings and they go on the shelf.  I just wish I could focus on one thing.  I seem to be pretty good a most things....but want to be an expert at everything. 

This week, I have gotten back into my woodcarving.  I am interested especially in carving figures.  There are some pretty cool caricature carvings out there.  I have been watching videos on YouTube and other Internet sites on techniques.  It is amazing what you can learn from these videos.  I carved the traditional hillbilly and dogs the other night.  If I can figure out how to post the pictures of them, I will do so in short order.  Well, that's all for now....just getting this thing off the ground.