Abraham Lincoln’s likeness is carved in cottonwood bark as a commission carving for a very good friend who is also a carver.  While most carving done by the WOOD BEE CARVER is carved using a knife and carved in basswood, yet on occasions other carving tools and wood will be used.  Every carving project is a learning experience especially those outside the comfort zone of the familiar.

The carving tools used for this project were made by Everett Cutsinger who for years has made carving tools out of flat or spade boring bits.  He is a craftsman with steel and tempering  in his own right and using his special made tools are a joy to use.  Good and sharp tools make any carving project a dream come true as there is a special thrill to watch, feel and hear the tool slicing through the wood on its path to shape a carving creation.

The photographic journey that follows will expose some of the major landmarks on the progress of BARK ABE on  its   way to its final destination as a completed carving worthy to be hung on the wall.

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