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I just finished this large, chainsaw carving today. When I first began working with this log, I moved it around using my tractor…I am now able to move it around on my own… A log gets a lot lighter when large chunks are repeatedly subtracted :)

This is a chainsaw carving in an Eastern White Pine log. This piece is about 3 1/2' tall, 18" in diameter and weighs around 100-150 pounds. I really enjoyed creating this sculpture. Native American subject matter is something to which I am very drawn. I call this sculpture, "Caught In A Dream"... It depicts a chief in headdress, an eagle and an owl in the back. The overall composition makes me think of a dream catcher. This is my most pleasing Native to date. I am very happy with this carving, and am so grateful for all that I've learned on this great carving experience so far.

I used a Stihl 310 with skip tooth 3/8" pitch chain… A Stihl 250 with a 16" carving bar and 1/4" pitch chain.. Also, a Stihl 170 with a dime tip bar and 1/4" pitch chain..Those are the saw set-ups… As far as hand tools: Dremel with flame burr and Makita mini belt sander… I thought I would throw this out there in case anyone needs recommendations on what tools to buy :)

This carving is available for sale. Feel free to contact me if interested..I will be listing it in my shop… Local pick-up only. Check out more of my work at https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoshCarteArt.

P.S. I'm not sure why Lumberjocks uploads many of my pictures sideways that all other domains upload correctly

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Amazing Josh, the Lord really blessed you with a great talent~ use it for His Glory.
 

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OMG.!!! That is wonderful Josh. You are really going places with your carving.
Congratulations on a great result.
Thank you for sharing.

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Josh,

I can feel your passion in the piece. Character vs. caricature. Well done
 

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I'm just figuring out how to slice logs. LOL!
 

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Great work, Josh!!

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Incredibly skilled. It's amaizing what you can do with chainsaw. Those feathers are too realistic.
 

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Wow! Josh, these are great. You are a fine carver and it's great to see you branching out. It's hard to imagine that these are carved with a chainsaw. I would never have known it if you hadn't have said so. They have a lot of detail.

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Impresses….....
 

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Nice work, Josh!

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Work it Josh,always amazing
 

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Wow…..nice detail….will you keep it inside or out? Finish?
 

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Thanks so much, everyone!!! Tim, I will be keeping it on my porch. I haven't applied any finish- none is required if it stays on the porch. If exposed to the elements, I will apply Sherwin Williams Superdeck oil clear…
 

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You are a carving wizard Josh! You sure bring wood to life. This is amazing with a chainsaw..Holy Moly!
 
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