A brief introduction of myself ,I have always been one to enjoy many forms of arts and crafts for as long as I can remember. I was always tinkering around .Drawing, painting flower arranging, working with clay etc.

Some time around fall 2003 I meet two wood carvers at coffee time at our local Hy-Vee store.

Next thing you know I was keeping an eye out on their talents. Showed some interest in what they were doing.

Next thing I know Duane Dallman, and Roger Stough convinced me to try to carve a small cowboy boot.
They even lent me the tools !! My first carving was pure challenge I was determined to prove myself to those two old timers. HA! Ha! After many many coffee hours I have ended up as President of our newly formed club.

Still just a green horn at this new art form, but I find it very enticing and relaxing at the same time. I am looking forward to learning more skills to this trade.

Our club is growing nicely.