Volume 3, Issue 4

April, 2014
Volume 3,
Volume 3, Issue 4
Issue 4
Tri-Cities Wood Carvers Association
Minutes of Last Meeting
April 17, 2014
The meeting was called to
order by President Bob
Gough with 9 members present.
Minutes of last meeting were
approved as read.
Treasures report was read
and approved.
OLD BUSINESS:
Jerry reported on the Artistry
in Wood Show. Everyone
agreed the show went
smoothly, thanks to the collective cooperation of the
members.
Jerry suggested we have posters made to advertise next
year’s show. These posters
would be put up at the Rendezvous, the BF County Fair
and other public venues.
Bob asked for suggestions on
how we could save money on
the larger show ribbons. The
cost of these has risen dramatically over the years.
Arlene made the motion to
donate $50 to both the Culinary Program and the Radio
Station for helping out. Motion seconded and approved.
Most of the door prizes were
given out and it the club is
asking for donations to be
given away next year. Contact
Arlene for more details.
NEW BUSINESS:
Rendezvous:
that approximately
12 had responded.
The need for getting
email addresses was
discussed and is
needed to save money on postage.
Volunteers are needed
for the refreshment
table and help serving Lunch and Dinner both days.
Ideas are needed for the
carving contest.
Not all our events are getting
into the different Carving
Magazines. The club needs to
make sure the dates are being
submitted.
Continued on page 2
Arlene stated she was
working on the
name tags.
Gordon has been contacting possible instructors; he said
Items for Raffle are needed.
Your donations are needed for the
raffle at the Rendezvous in
June. Please bring the items to the
fairgrounds on Friday (June 6) or
Saturday morning (June 7). If you
are unable to bring items at these
dates then you can give then to Jerry Johnson (783-8806) or Judith Dilley (619-0811) at the weekly
meetings.
DON’T FORGET….
MEMBERSHIP
DUES ARE DUE
JUNE 1!
OUR OFFICERS
President:
Bob Gough
509-628-1493
[email protected]
Vice President:
Jerry Dilley
509-619-0811
[email protected]
Treasurer:
Arlene Spaulding
509-586-3067
[email protected]
Secretary:
Connie Forsha
509-586-8738
[email protected]
MEETINGS
Third Thursdays of each
month at 7p.m.
Tri-Tech Skills Center
Kellogg/Metaline
Kennewick, WA
Minutes of last Meeting, cont’d
The idea of moving the summer meetings was put before the club. It was suggested we move the meetings for June,
July and August to the Pasco Senior
Center on the 3rd Saturday from 1-3p.m.
with open carving afterward.
Carvers are needed for June 17 @ 1p.m.
at the Richland Gardens.
Jerry Dilley is looking into having a
booth at the Benton County Fair.
Ideas are needed for the Friday Classes.
Bob will do a relief carving. John Moreno has agreed to do a class on painting
your carving.
MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE DUE
JUNE 1.
Meeting was adjourned.
“Cats aren’t clean, they’re
just covered with cat spit.”
John s. Nichols
Respectfully submitter, Connie Forsha
A motion was made to send $50 to the
family of Thomas Vale, a former member. Motion was seconded, approved.
How To Make Or Dye Wood Black Contributed by Everett Koontz
I have been asked several times
how to make or dye wood black.
Here is one idea. "Drop a small
amount of steel wool into a jar
of vinegar and leave it to soak
for about a week. After this
time, the steel wool will have
virtually disappeared, leaving a
rather dirty-looking solution. Apply this to your wood and it will
turn grey - some woods greyer
than others will. This is because
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the solution reacts with the tannin in the wood.
To make the color darker, increase the tannin by applying an
old tea bag. With repeated applications, you can attain almost
jet-black wood. An advantage to
this method is that you can paint
the solution on and maintain a
straight line or edge without the
need to mask off any areas. If
you do not like the smell, use
cola instead of vinegar. It takes
slightly longer, but works just as
well." "The Art of Carving Netsuke" by Peter Benson, page 55.
Do not forget the
true meaning of
Memorial Day.
Remember those
who gave their lives
for the Freedoms we
enjoy.
And while you’re at
it, Thank a Vet!
Volume 3, Issue 4
A Brief History of North American Caricature CarvingTaken from Littleshavers.com
Regardless of what some contemporary caricature carvers might like to
believe, they did not invent caricature carving. Although I have narrowed my article to North American
caricature carving; I would be remiss if I did not recognize European
influence on our current
style. While most European countries carved in caricature to some
degree; it was Sweden that had the
most profound and lasting effect.
An article on the history of caricature carving must include some reference to Axel Petersson. Petersson
born 1868 is often referred to as the
"father" of caricature carving. His
figures depicted the lives and everyday activities of the people around
him.
Herman Rosell born 1893 carved
similar activities, but with a much
more refined style than Petersson
had ever achieved. While Petersson's carvings gave an insight into
the stark realities of life, Rosell added humor and a visual story to his
carvings.
Emil Janel was the undisputed master of caricature carving; although
he referred to his style as
"exaggerated realism". Born in
1896, he was whittling by 1900.
In 1923 Emil immigrated to Canada
and eventually settled in Seattle,
Washington. Encouraged by a local
storekeeper, Emil moved to San
Francisco where he could prosper
from his carvings. He was to spend
the remainder of his life in California.
Carl Johan Trygg born 1887 immigrated to Canada a few years after
Janel. Along with his three sons,
Carl Olaf, Nils, and Lars; they produced carvings reflecting the humorous side of life. Carl Johan, and
Carl Olaf were extremely prolific
carvers and produced thousands of
figures. Lars produced several and
Nils carved a few. Trygg figures are
readily available and remain very
popular among collectors.
The first recognized American-born
caricature carver, who also produced the first caricature carving
how-to book was H.S. "Andy" Anderson. Growing up in the American
west, Andy carved horses, cowboys,
and depictions of life in the
west. While his carvings were
somewhat less refined than today’s
caricatures, his were highly regarded and sought after by movie stars,
politicians, and other high society.
This brings us to the present day;
the names to be included in history
yet to be written are only an educated guess. Harold Enlow is clearly
the link between the past and future
of caricature carving. Harold has
given much of his life to promoting
the art of caricature; sharing his
skills and love of caricature with
thousands of students.
Pictures from 2013 Rendezvous
Volume 3 Issue 4
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Tri-Cities Wood
Carvers Association
P.O.Box 6962
Kennewick, WA 99336
Bob Gough 509-628-1493
[email protected]
DON’T FORGET TO PAY YOUR DUES
JUNE 1!
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Upcoming Events
May30-Jun 1 Spokane Rendezvous No other information available.
Jun 7-8
Tri-Cities Woodcarvers Rendezvous Benton Co. Fairgrounds, Kennewick, WA. RV
sites and restrooms: $10 per night with water & power, $6 per night for RV’s and Tents
with no hookup. Free (3-4 hour) woodcarving classes; instructors normally charge for
supplies and cutouts, bring your own carving tools and woodburners. Contact Gordon
Forsha 509.586.8738,email [email protected] or Lanny Dagley 509.586.5587, email:
[email protected]
Jul 14- 18
6th Annual Carvers Academy, Kittitas County Fairgrounds Event Center,
Ellensburg, WA. Register with Bill and Barbara Splaine. Get your registration form
online at NWCarvingAcademy.com.
Ellensburg Gourd Show, Kittitas County Fairgrounds Event Center.
Jul 25-27
Sept 18-24 Oregon WoodCarvers Annual Rendezvous at Canyonview Camp, Silverton, OR.
For more information call Dave Disselbrett at 503.390.9125 or Everett Koontz at
503.581.8428. Registration forms at capitolwoodcarvers.orgrendezous2014/2014flyer.pdf