Relief wood carving turns a flat wooden panel into a dimensional work of art by raising designs from the surface. Beginners can start with simple patterns, soft woods like basswood, and basic tools to ...

An unfortunate whittling incident in seventh grade woodshop left me with a scar on my hand and a subsequent lifelong reminder that playing with knives is an at-your-own-risk endeavor. Recently, ...

If you’re looking for a setting where it’s socially appropriate — and safe — to play with knives, be sure to check out the 47th annual Red River Valley International Wood Arts Festival, which runs ...

2:38 ‘It’s my passion’: Penticton carver creates jaw-dropping pieces of art made out of wood and gourds Jordan Straker was never taught how to carve wood. “It was about 30 years ago,” Straker recalled ...