Hey Gang

[wheezer]

Well,

I guess it had to happen sooner or later...I got the urge to carve recently, but I do remember whittling a bit as a kid some 50 years ago.

I may be drawn to deep relief but don't know exactly why, except carving some whimsical things for the grandkids (1 1/2-8 years old) to put on walls entered my head recently. I've worked with my hands most of my life but am probably a bit more right sided than left, which may be a drawback.

I saw some reliefs Scott O'Neill did on youtube the other day and found it interesting + amusing.

Would you say relief is a good starting point, or would you recommend another beginning path? So much to do, so little time it seems at this point. : )

Thanks all for any insights and look forward to many lasting friendships......

wheezer

[cannuckcarver]

First, Welcome to the board.
I would suggest you browse around and then you will be better able to take a decision, you sure found the right place to get back to carving....There's a bunch of super carvers here...

[CarverFromNoWhere]

Welcome to the WCI Board, I would take a look around and just take in some of the amazing talent and skill on here. If ya have any questions just ask, someone should know an answer and most likely you will get several.
Carl

[Donna_T]

Hello and welcome,
Relief is a great way to start carving. Coloring books and children's books are a great source of carving ideas. Have fun--the good thing about carving for grandkids is that they love everything you do!

Donna T

[Ron T]

Hello and welcome, wheezer. I don't know if there's a right way to get started, just do it but use a carving glove to protect your hands.

[Ron Davidson]

Myself being a relief carver think you made a good choice. There are a wide variety carvers on this forum just take a look around in the web sites and galleries. Welcome aboard and don't be afraid to ask questions.
Ron

[wheezer]

Thanks all for the welcome and the tips... and thanks Donna for the coloring book tip for subject matter. Never would have thought of it even tho I've colored with all of 'em at one time or another.

wheezer

[Mottles]

Welcome and I think you'll like it here, lot's of nice folks and their talented too!
Kathy

[big dave]

howdy and welcome