[Sketch]

Hi everyone,
I've been enjoying this forum for a few weeks now and have decided to throw out a post. My grandfather died when I was 6, but he left behind many of his animal carvings that I enjoyed in my folks house growing up. I always wanted to give it a try. I have an art background, but never ventured into arena of wood carving. I have an interest in adding a stippled, wood burned effect to my carvings. Attached is a photo of my first attempt at carving and wood burning. I just finished it this week. Looking forward to corresponding with you all.

Matt

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[Bartster]

sketch,

hello and welcome to the board, that is a nice carving for your first attempt.


bart

[squbrigg]

Welcome aboard Matt. Good looking pelican for a first attempt. We'll be looking forward to seeing more of your work in future.

Bob

[Hi_Ho_Sliver]

Hi welcome....that is different! I like it, kind of stylized.....lets see more

[wade clark]

Matt,
Welcome!
Cute little fella! If that's your first try you're going to do just fine!
Wade

[AlArchie]

Nice! That stippling almost gives your carving the look of an old stone sculpture.

Al

[gene messer]

Good to have you Matt ... For a first project .. your doing quite well .. man you could sell those things down here in Galveston Texas .. Pelicans are popular

[Sketch]

Thanks to you all for the warm welcome. I appreciate your encouraging comments. I know I'll be learning a lot from you all.

Matt