Jim Hecker  of Elk River,  Minnesota has graciously granted permission to post photographs of one of his carving projects he calls “Old Jim,” as well as share his carving philosophy.  In the Fall of 2011 Jim added a carving studio/shop to his and his wife Sue’s house that is 14’ by 24’.  He is pictured in his new studio with a contented smile on his face.  Another photo shows a display case with some of his carvings. Read the rest of this entry »