When did wood carving become art? If you look at the fine arts you will see a category for sculpting. It is here where wood carving would fit.
Since men began to shape wood it has been used for ornamental purposes. With this, woodworking is a visual art. The problem with wood is that it often cannot stand the test of time.
Continue reading History Of Wood Carving In ArtKnowing how to market art is not the same as making a living. In fact most artists will fail at making a living. Ultimately the ability to provide a steady and consistent income is not an easy thing.
I want to take you beyond the garbage “how to” blogs and analyze why artists fail. There is a systematic reason for this.
Continue reading Why Artists Fail In Making A LivingA coping saw is most often used for coping trim molding. Its design allows for a thin blade to be used which can cut shapes, angles, or curves within woodworking. It is a simple saw which performs a much needed task.
Continue reading What Is A Coping Saw And How To Use ItI will detail some of the better ways on how to care for wooden wall art in the home. In terms of decor and aesthetics this kind of art can be beautiful. The other side of that coin is that there can be minor problems which become an annoyance.
Continue reading How To Care for Wooden Wall ArtA wood engraving tool is defined by its ability to cut away material placing the design into the surface of the wood. This is important to recognize as it is a separate technique from relief carving. This engraving method is called a woodcut.
Continue reading What Wood Engraving Tools Are Best For You
