Alder Hand

[Howard Lobb]

I just finished this carving and have posted in general carvings and my photo albums.
This carving is a tribute piece to the doctors and staff at the hand clinic in the hospital here. It is the best one in the western part of Canada here in our little city. Made that way due to those who work there
It is also a tribute to all who have gone through the process of injury, surgeries, rehabilitation, and recovery, and those that will follow us.
One year ago today March 10th I had my accident and this was the first carving I started after the wounds had closed. It was carved from green alder, took several months to dry. The finish is oil and wax, marble base and cork pad.

[Curtscarving]

Howard
Great way to show your appreciation to the people who gave you the care you needed. Hey I like the carving very much.
Curt

[cgm]

Hello Howard, Thats a good carving, very good tribute!
Carl

[mpounders]

Excellent sculpture!

[pilgreen23]

looks great, really like the style how does alder carve with hand tools?

[jmischel]

Beautiful work, Howard. And, I'm sure, it will be much appreciated.

[bigEd_H]

Howard, my friend, great looking sculpture. Good to see another project from you. Thanks for sharing.

[Bill V]

Howard , it looks great, and i like the finish.

Bill

[Sharon of the Dell]

Howard, I like it alot! Very nice tribute and probably good therapy too! How's your hand now?

[chpster90bu]

Howard.....loved the stylistic approach to your subject on a gorgeous piece of wood. Excellent job and a nice tribute! How are you doing with your hand now? Bonnie