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VOL. 35, NO. 9 SEPTEMBER2019
UPCOMING EVENTS
WOODCARVERS RETREAT IN N.E. OCT. 11-14, 2019 Camp Canonicus 54 Exeter Rd. Exeter, RI www.mysticcravers.com SPIRIT OF WOOD SHOW OCT. 19/20, 2019 WOBURN SENOIR CENTER 144 SCHOOL ST. WOBURN, MA. https://www.newc.org/spirit-of-wood-show WAYNE ROBBINS CARVING SEMINAR DATE: OCTOBER 26 & 27 2019 WAYNE’S SHOP 1302 High St. Bath, Me MAINE STATE MUSEUM DEMONSTRATION DAY Saturday, December 14
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Atrium of the Maine State Museum AUGUSTA, ME. WEB SITE http://mainewoodcarvers.com For editorial content, letters, photos or announcements email me at [email protected]
OFFICERS
President Art Chamberlin
502 Canton Point Rd.
Canton, ME 04221
(207) 597-2375
Vice President
Dick Shryock
8 Woodward Lane
Falmouth, Me. 04105
(207) 317-0543
Secretary Jonathan Leach 7 Murdock St.
Augusta, Me. 04330
(207) 215-0711
Treasurer James Irish 40 Josslyn St.
Auburn, Me. 04210
(207) 784-2491
At Large:
Carol Durgen
73 Bridge Rd.
Brunswick, ME 04211
(207) 442-7005
Past President
Robert Grimm
162 Webbs Mills Road
Raymond, ME 04071
(207) 647-1223
Eagle Cane Project Manager
OPEN
Maine Wood Carvers Association
COASTAL CARVERS
☺ 4th Saturday, 1:00 PM 68 Walpole Meeting House Rd., S. Bristol, ME.
FMI: Jim Wade, (207) 563-2034 [email protected]
McGAFFEY MOUNTAIN WOODCARVERS
☺ 1st Wednesdays 6-8:30 PM Vienna Community Center
Kimball Pond Rd. FMI: Steve Hatch (207) 320-0144
POLAND SPRING CARVERS
☺ 1st Friday & 3rd Saturday, 1:00 PM Ricker Memorial Library, 1211Main Street,
Poland, ME FMI: Dick Shryock, (207) 317-0543
STREAKED MOUNTAIN WOOD CARVERS
☺ 2nd Saturday, 1:00 PM Congregational Church, 50 Main St.
Sumner, Me. FMI: Art Chamberlin (207) 597-2375 (H) (207) 357-1057 (C)
[email protected] Bob Perry, (207) 388-2472
ON THE BORDER CARVERS ☺ Second Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
(207) 538-1870, Dee Cote Dee’s Workshop, Littleton, ME
SOUTHERN MAINE WOODCARVERS GUILD
1st Saturday, 1-4 PM.. 3rd Tuesday at 4-7 PM Rockler Woodworking Store, 200 Gorham Rd., S. Portland
FMI: Dick Shryock, 207-317-0543 ☺ [email protected]
☺ CHECK FOR POSSIBLE CHANGES IN SCHEDULE
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The month of August has been a whirlwind of activity! We had our first show for this slate of officers,
we also had the first August edition of Streaked Mountain’s Camp & Carve weekend. There are
many people we need to thank. First,thank you to Dick Shryock for stepping up to the position of
show chairman and for the time and effort he put into putting on a successful show and competition.
Thanks also to our treasurer, Jim Irish, for steering our financial ship. We now have a complete
record of the show expenses on which we can build a budget for our next show. Thanks to Wayne
Robbins, our featured carver, for sharing his time and talent. There are many others who
contributed their time through set up, signing in the competitors, judging, donating raffle items,
security, and finally take down! Thank you to all! As many of you know, Wayne Edmondson (MDI)
unfortunately put his back out during the afternoon. We all pitched in to help load his truck. John
Earley who had joined us representing the New England Woodcarvers stayed right through take
down and worked with us to help Wayne. His is a fine example of cooperation and team work. A big
thank you to him.
Our Camp and Carve weekend was a wonderful for all who came. It had been well publicized.
We had a great line up of instructors. The location and the weather were perfect. Do you feel a but
coming? The only issue we had was the low number of carvers that took advantage of a great
event. We will re evaluate the scheduling for another year.
While I sat on the bench working on my Santa/Gnome blank along with two other carvers and our
instructor , Rick O’coin, I looked around and listened to the conversations and laughter going on as
the others worked on their carvings. It was a good feeling. I hope that together we can bring more of
this carving and camaraderie to more members.
President’s perspective
Treasures Report August Report
General Fund
Starting Balance $6,090.34
Depost
deposit dues $250.00
Camp & Carve $60.00
entries $685.00
raffel $420.00
store at show income $351.00
sale of Camp & Carve pins $30.00
Expenses
Hall rental $225.00
table rental $60.00
judges $40.00
stamps for membership cards $22.00 Nickerson septic camp &
carve $110.00
decals for members $78.25
awards $332.86
TD bank for paper statement $2.00
Ending Balance $7,016.26
Eagle Cane Fund
no change $3,225.84
Show Summery Income
vendor tables $410.00
entries $685.00
raffle $420.00
total $1,515.00
Expenses
solicitation $128.02
advertising $126.00
ribbons $116.46
hall $225.00
tables $60.00
awards $332.86
judge $40.00
total $1,028.34
Income from Store
sales $351.00
cost $267.53
profit $83.47
Camp & Carve Summery income $255.00
expense $110.00
total $145.00
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OPEN FARM DAYS
SABBETH DAY LAKE SHAKER VILLAGE
BOB PERRY CHUCK PERRY
NORM DEVONSHIRE DICK SHYROCK
JIM IRISH
From the Editors Desk
Submitted by Bernadette Hodgkins
Take a moment to read the demonstration day being held at the State house Museum in Dec. It may be something that you would like to participate in. Please notify me about email address change so that there will be no interruption in your newsletter delivery.
Also, please continue to send me your chapter newsletters and photo’s. They are great, very appreciated and enjoyed by all! Thank You!!!
My email address is: [email protected]
Photos submitted by Jim Irish
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The setup committee was right on the ball. The tables were labeled, competition tables in place. Gary and Kathy were doing Entries and categories. The raffle and Wood n Things tables were ready for business. Jim Irish had collected wonderful items. There were more carvings donated as well as paints, books, tools, and misc. prizes. Chuck Perry had a neat system for labeling names and prices on Wooden Things. 10 percent of sales went to MW CA. There was lots of interest in both tables. I renewed my membership. Bernie does a stupendous monthly newsletter and I look forward to it every month. Moulton Wood had a nice supply of basswood and other Wood. The knife sharpener seemed to be quite busy throughout the day. Wayne and Carolyn Edmonson had new items as well as tools, burners, tips, sanding supplies. Both of them are always ready and happy to answer questions about their products. I find that very helpful because they are so knowledge about their wares. The display area was smaller and did not have space for books, magazines, paints and brushes. I was delighted to get pens for my trusty Colwood Cub. It is one of the best gifts I ever gave myself as well as the carrying case. I have spent enjoyable time learning to burn and working to improve my skills. Wayne Robbins, our featured carver, had a display of marine animal carvings. Grace and beauty of form, beautiful wood, and exquisite finishes enhance his work. Wayne’s knowledge of the creatures of the sea is apparent in his creations. New England woodcarvers will hold their show in a different location this year. I was enthralled with the open relief work. I don’t remember her name but she was carving a hummingbird and flowers. She called it Open Relief. She cut around her design and removed extra wood so the motif had the appearance of a cutout. Mr. Hebert, I hope I have the name correct, had marvelous busts of people which were lovely and very detailed. As he said he likes to show his work and answer questions about the wood and how he achieves the exacting detail. Sally Abramson and her husband had the space beside mine. What a creative woman! She transforms Cyprus knees into Santa’s, animals, people. Such a range of size and subjects! Her wonderful painting adds to her pieces. I marveled at all the different expressions on the characters. She generously gave me some pointers and encouraged me to give it a try. So I bought two Cyprus knees and am still looking for what is hiding in them. She said to mark on the wood with a white lead pencil when inspiration hits. The competition pieces were awesome. Such ingenuity creating appropriate habitat, poses, accurate form and coloration. I am glad not to have been a judge. There was so much to see at the show. I can not begin to pick a favorite piece as there was something wonderful about all of them. One of the special perks was the opportunity to reconnect with friends and to meet new people. A special acknowledgement and a big THANK YOU to the show committee for the dedication and hard work to make this an impressive show. Also a vote of thanks to all the helpers and exhibitors and vendors. Oops! Can not forget the attendees. Respectfully submitted, Carol Durgin
MWCA SHOW & COMPETITION
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Photos submitted by
Art Chamberlin
Photo submitted by Jim Irish
Cotton Wood house village
by Bob Perry
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Photos submitted by Jim Irish
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Photos submitted by Jim Irish
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Photos submitted by Jim Irish
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FEATURED CARER….WAYNE ROBBINS
Photos submitted by Jim Irish
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August news from the Southern Maine Woodcarvers’ Guild The guild didn’t meet on August 3
rdbecause of a conflict with the Maine Wood Carvers Associa-
tion’s, Annual Show and competition. Several members set up a demonstration booth at a Fair in Ossipee Warren report this: Weather wise we had a wonderful day. The fair, itself was well attend-ed. Our setup was out of the mainstream and we did not get a lot of traffic. However, we (Russ, Vicki, and I) had occasion to talk with a number of people. I think that we might be able to expect a fellow by the name of Steve, who is a carpenter and who is quite familiar with Rockler. He seemed quite interested! I think it would be a great idea to consider this again and make an effort to locate in a more heavily trafficked area. It is a nice little fair with a number of gifted artists. And we can consider looking at other fairs and neighborhood fairs and gatherings. On Tuesday evening August 20
th8 members carved on their projects, we were joined by a couple of
potential members a fellow named Lester Evans and another named Tom Carver (a natural) we continued kibitzing and carving until 6:30. On Thursday August 22
ndwe were invited to attend the Rockler VIP night and set up a demo table.
There was a lot of interest from the attendees and I passed out MWCA Brochures. I guess that is all for this month but we are ready for another great month in September.
Southern Maine Woodcarvers’
CAMP & CARVE 2019
Photos submitted
by Art Chamberlin
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Demonstration Day at the Maine State Museum I enjoy visiting the Maine State Museum. It’s close to my house, cheap to get in, and interesting. I see something new every time, and the displays change frequently. Recently there was a display of the furniture of Thomas Moser. One quote in one display stood out to me, about the use of power tools in ‘traditional’ woodworking: “As soon as you turn on a light, you start to compromise.” That got me thinking about my own approach to carving. At that point, I was sticking to just traditional hand tools. Now I use a Dremel and Foredom pretty regularly, and the band saw is my best friend! I went back again on another rainy day. This time, I noticed (with some envy) that many of the displays featured some tools that would look pretty nice on my bench. There were chisels and planes in the car-penter’s toolbox in the shipbuilding display, drawknives in the riflemaking display, and nice gouges and rasps in the cabinetmaking display.
This got me thinking about the connection between the Museum and the Maine Wood Carvers Association. Maybe it would be beneficial to both organizations if we could collaborate on a teaching event, where our members could hold an event there, teaching people about the ongoing use of these traditional tools in our art? Well, I got in touch with their staff, and they agreed to meet with us. Dick Shryock and I met with their director, and we came up with a plan. On Saturday, December 14
th, the Maine Wood Carvers Association will hold a demonstration day in the
Atrium of the Maine State Museum, free to the public. It is a really large space, which could hold many people. We will demonstrate both functional and decorative carving. It would be great if we could have soap carving for kids; spoon carving to tie into the practical history of our art; and carving in the round, chip carving, and bas-relief all going on. If someone has a portable shaving horse, that would be great to have on hand, too. They will have a featured display of duck decoys right inside the door to tie in to our demonstration.
They will open the Atrium to us to set up at 9 a.m., and the lobby closes at 4 p.m. The event will be open to the public from 10 to 4. We talked about having 7 or so sturdy large tables set up for carving demonstrations, but the space could hold more, if there is an interest among members. They will provide tables and chairs; we’ll need to bring tools, safety equipment, and materials/blanks for carving. They have agreed to let participating members bring finished work to display, too. Their rules don’t allow private sales inside the event, but we can make arrangements to sell our finished work to the public outside the event. (The timing, right before Christmas, is great for that.)
If you would like to participate by demonstrating and displaying your work, please let me know as soon as possible. If there is a lot of interest, we may have to limit the number of participating members. We may offer ½ day slots, if that works better for people. They will be advertising the event on their website and via email, so I’d like to get them information about participating carvers. Please let me know what project/style you will be teaching. Ornaments and Santas will probably be popular! Thanks,
Jonathan Leach, secretary [email protected]
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The history of Maine is undeniably linked to wood, trees, timber, lumber, and the arts that utilize them. Among these is the art of carving—shaping a piece of wood into something else by cutting away at it. Wood carving in Maine has served as both form and function throughout Maine’s history. Displays throughout the Maine State Museum show the functional aspects of wood carving in Maine’s past, from the tools in the ship’s carpenter’s toolbox, to the drawknives in the riflemaking display, to the gouges and chisels in the cabinetry display. Settlers used basic wood carving tools and techniques to make many of the functional items needed around the home: utensils, cups, and toys were all fashioned by hand from local woods.
Realistic duck decoys bridge the gap between functional and artistic carving. Carvers would shape the body of the bird to true size and form, then paint the finished carving to mirror what the bird looked like in real life. The more realistic the bird, the better the chance of a successful hunt.
Wood carving as an art form can be seen in the intricate carvings in the older churches, mansions, and public buildings across the state. The carvings below are good examples of the skill shown by Maine wood carvers.
Contemporary wood carvers in Maine include figurative artists, abstract sculptors, wildlife carvers, folk artists, and craftspeople. Some are self-taught and some have studied with masters, some are following traditions and others are clearing new paths. They are united by the fact that they all carve their creations from wood, something that humans have been doing since the Neolithic era.
On December 14, 2019, members of the Maine Wood Carvers Association will be in the Atrium of the Maine State Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., demonstrating wood carving techniques appropri-ate to all ages and skills levels, from soap carving (for youngsters) through carving spoons, to carv-ing bas-relief and carving in the round.
All materials and equipment will be provided.
Participating members will also be displaying examples of their finished work. Sales are not permit-ted during the demonstration, but work may be purchased after the event.
More information about the Maine Wood Carvers Association can be found at: https://www.mainewoodcarvers.com/
St. Luke’s Cathedral in Portland Figurehead, Bath Marine Museum
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WAYNE ROBBINS CARVING SEMINAR
DATE: OCTOBER 26 & 27, 2019
TIME: 9 - 4
Place WAYNE’S SHOP
1302 High St.
Bath, Me
Wall mount sperm whale 18” long similar to this
COST:
Member:$75……...….Plus Blank Fee ($10)
Non-Member: $90…...Plus Blank Fee ($10)
Blank Fee paid to Wayne at class
CLASS SIZE:
Min. 6
Max. 10
CONTACT INFO:
207-212-9876 [email protected]
APPLICATION FORM
NAME ____________________________________________
PHONE NUMBER __________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS __________________________________
Deadline for sign-up is OCT. 12
Seat will be reserved when payment is received.
Make checks payable to: Maine Wood Carvers Association
Send payment to:
James Irish
40 Josslyn St.
Auburn, Me. 04210
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Membership Benefits! A voice in running the organization through your vote, attending meetings and running for office The opportunity to network with other Maine wood carvers. A free Carver Profile on MWCA’s website and a link to your website Information through your free subscription to MWCA’s monthly newsletter “The Maine Carver” Four free business card size ads per year in “The Maine Carver” Lower registration fees for MWCA Seminars Bird and Study Collection available for loan through MWCA’s Curator of Birds Books, Magazines, Videos, DVDs and Patterns available for loan through MWCA’s Library
Join Today!
MWCA MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
New Renew Email only Regular mail
Dues Schedule, payable by September 1, each year Email Only: Dues $15.00 per individual membership, $25.00 for family membership, $10.00 for junior member, age 12-17. Regular Mail: Dues $30.00 per individual membership, $40.00 for family membership, $20.00 for junior member, age 12-17. Please return completed application, with your check made payable to “Maine Wood Carvers Association” or “MWCA” to:
Maine Wood Carvers Association
Bernadette Hodgkins 26 Acadia Ave. Apt. 1
Lewiston, Me. 04210
Date_____________________________________________
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Bernadette Hodgkins 26 Acadia Ave. Apt. 1
Lewiston, Me. 04210
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is published monthly by the Maine Wood Carvers Association, a non-profit (C)(3) organization dedicated to the education, promotion, and advancement of artists who express themselves in wood.
All members receive a newsletter, The Maine
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September 2019
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 The Gang 6 PM—(207) 655-5242 Raymond, Me.
3 Kennebec Karvers 9-11 AM---445-2688 Augusta Knotty Woodcarvers 6-8 PM 320-0144 Dirigo HS Wood Shop Dixfield Senior Spectrum Carvers 12:30-3 PM—547-3492 Hallowell, Me
4 McGaffey Mt.
Woodcarvers
6-8:30 PM
377-6002
Vienna, Me
5 6 Poland Spring
Woodcarvers 1 PM 317-0543 Ricker Library Poland, Me
7 Southern Maine
Woodcarvers
Guild
1–4 PM-Rocklers,
200 Gorham Rd.
S. Portland FMI:
Dick Shryock
317-0543
8 9 The Gang 6 PM—(207) 655-5242 Raymond, Me.
10 Kennebec Karvers 9-11 AM---445-2688 Augusta Senior Spectrum Carvers 12:30-3 PM—547-3492 Hallowell, Me
11 Downeast
Woodcarvers 6 PM...288-5746 Bar Harbor
12 Seacoast Carvers 6:30-8:30 PM
(603) 502-7599 Newington, NH
13 14 Streaked Mt. Wood Carvers 1 PM 50 Main St., Sumner, Me. FMI call: 207-597-2375 207-357-1057 207-388-2472
15 16 The Gang 6 PM—(207) 655-5242 Raymond, Me.
17 Kennebec Karvers 9-11 AM---445-2688 Augusta Southern Maine Woodcarvers Guild 4--7 PM—Rocklers, 200 Gorham Rd. S. Portland FMI: Dick Shryock 317-0543 Senior Spectrum Carvers 12:30-3 PM—547-3492 Hallowell, Me
18 19 20 21 Poland Spring
Woodcarvers 1 PM 317-0543 Ricker Library Poland, Me
22 23 The Gang 6 PM—(207) 655-5242 Raymond, Me.
27 Kennebec Karvers 9-11 AM---445-2688 Augusta Senior Spectrum Carvers 12:30-3 PM—547-3492 Hallowell, Me
25 26 Seacoast Carvers 6:30-8:30 PM
(603) 502-7599 Newington, NH
27 28 Coastal Carvers
1 PM—563-2034
S. Bristol, Me
29 30 The Gang 6 PM—(207) 655-5242 Raymond, Me.
CHECK FOR
POSSIBLE
CHANGES IN
SCHEDULE
BEFORE
ATTENDING
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Bernadette Hodgkins, Editor
26 Acadia Ave.
Lewiston, Me. 04240
MAINE WOOD CARVERS ASSOCIATION http://mainewoodcarvers.com
*DOWNEAST WOODCARVERS
☺ 2nd Wednesday 6 PM
2 County Rd., Bar Harbor, Me.
Ed Hawkes, (207) 288-5746
*KENNEBEC KARVERS
☺ Every Tuesday, 9-11 AM
Spring Rd., Augusta, Me.
Loyd Clark, (207) 445-2688
*SENIOR SPECTRUM CARVERS
☺ Every Tuesday 12:30-3 PM
Cohen Center, 22 Town Farm Rd.,
Hallowell, Me.
Bill Bedard, (207) 547-3492
* NON-VOTING CHAPTERS
☺ CHECK FOR POSSIBLE
CHANGES IN SCHEDULE
*SEACOAST CARVERS
☺ 2nd & 4th Thur. 6:30-8:30 PM
25 Fox Run Rd., Newington, NH (WOODCRAFTERS)
Wayne Preston (603) 502-7599
*THE GANG—Norm’s Shop
☺ Every Monday 1PM (Oct. 16– May 25)
4 PM (May 25- Oct. 16)
10 Aspen Rd., Raymond, Me.
Norm Devonshire (207) 655-5242
*KNOTTY WOODCARVERS
1st Tuesday 6-8 PM
Dirigo High School Wood Shop
Dixfield, Me.
Steve Hatch (207) 320-0144
