CarveWel Creations

14/04/2022

Had a great time filming/recording "Try it Tuesday" today with Rebecca and Brian for beach radio 107.5 it will be posted on there social media and air on the radio in the next couple weeks.

09/04/2022

I was told early on not to get emotionally attached to my carvings. I have come to realize that is not possible for me. Every piece I carve is a part of me and even though I sell the art work it is always bitter sweet. But seeing how much joy my carvings bring to my customers it makes it easier to let them go. Thank you all for being a part of my journey

08/04/2022

Getting all sorts of cute little bears ready for the seasons shows. Which one is your favorite

05/04/2022

No real explanation needed. 3.5 ft tall western red cedar. Hope you all get a good laugh.

31/03/2022

Caught an Eagle perched in my front yard today. Lol. I was not gonna paint him but I'm glad I did.

30/03/2022

This piece was picked up today. The customer gave me free rain with a rough dimension and said he liked the outdoors so this is what I came up with. He was completely blown away when I handed him a remote. Lol. He loved the piece.

27/03/2022

Finished up this cute fella this morning. Such a beautiful piece of western red cedar

27/03/2022

I was given the honor of creating a special memorial piece for a good friend. It was presented to his parents this morning. The ability to create a piece that is so much more than just art is truly a gift. To create emotion and connection is what drives me to grow and reach for new heights. Thank you my friend for giving me the opportunity to create this for your family

13/03/2022

First official carving from my new carving site is officially complete.

08/03/2022

Carving a Well-Being

I had the opportunity to do my first feature interview. Please take the time to watch and let me know what you think. Thanks.
Shaw Spotlight #sarahsmith #chandalynn

https://fb.watch/bDC46OBfJ9/

04/03/2022

I'm really happy to announce I started work at my new carving sight today. Yay gas saws!!

28/02/2022

After taking the poll yesterday it was decided I would keep this piece mostly natural with very little highlight painting. So here it is with its final clear coat

27/02/2022

Question of the day. Should I paint this carving or leave natural with just some airbrush highlights?

27/02/2022

Progress on my newest piece. Starting to get the details dialed in. Taking my time on this one.

24/02/2022

Been having alot of fun lately with relief style carvings. This style would be great for doors. Anyone looking for a new front door lol.

21/02/2022

Green man spirit face in a beautiful piece of western red cedar driftwood

20/02/2022

Final clear coat on a few bigger carves today. All 3 are available for sale

18/02/2022

Just finished this 5 1/2 foot tall blue heron. Airbrushed, burnt and clear coated western red cedar

18/02/2022

Dropped of 2 carvings this morning Okanagan Health and Fitness for display/sale. Trying to promote my work in as many places as possible. What a great gym and an awesome environment the owner has put together. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to display my chainsaw creations.

18/02/2022

Today's progress on a 5 1/2 ft blue heron

15/02/2022

Delivered this stunning snowy owl to an amazing repeat customer. It now joins the perched eagle in there new home.

15/02/2022

Salmon carve with a spot on the faux driftwood for someone's name or address

13/02/2022

*please read the story*

This carving is more than just a piece of wood or a piece of art. Most know my story and my past. My battles with addiction and my growth to where I am today.
This carving has alot of meaning. This is an Eagle they are proud and strong its standing tall and majestic but looking backwards. This piece gave me an opportunity to repay a debt from the past and mend a relationship that I had damaged juring my addiction.
I have been given a gift and it's not just carving it is being able to touch people's hearts and give strength. To prove that all things are possible. To create emotion and healing.
Many battle addiction in many forms and not all are visible. We are all fighting our own inner demons. We can break out of them. I would like to tell you it's easy and give you the magic formula but I can't. It's not easy but we can fight it. Carving has given me so much more than an outlet for my creativity. It has given me purpose and a voice. I today have been given the opportunity to tell my story of healing and growth and strength. With the support of my family and too many others to name I can tell you today I am happy and healthy and looking forward to the beautiful journey I'm on.
Thank you all for your love and support together we can grow, heal and move forward to a brighter future.

11/02/2022

Newest eagle completed. I'm happy with the end result. Playing with the airbrush has definitely stepped my game up.

11/02/2022

So nice to be back in my shop and carving wood. The snow and ice is done for this year. I love what I get to do.

06/02/2022

2 days of crazy but we are done. Pretty happy with how it turned out. First try at snow pretty happy with how ot turned out

29/01/2022

Super excited. The amazing Peter @peter.bittroffrecycledmetalart created me 2 different size branding irons to sign my work with. Thank you very much

24/01/2022

Put the final touches on a snowy owl coming down for some ptarmigan lunch. This is a custom commission piece. I can't wait to take pictures of it in its nrwhome overlooking the lake. I love my saws.

17/01/2022

Young Arabian horse carving done out of western red cedar. Had fun playing with the movement of the main on this piece

16/01/2022

It's a "man"shroom
Newest carve got a coat of clear

12/01/2022

Custom order completed and ready for delivery. I used an airbrush to give it a few subtle highlights to create more dimension and texture. I love carving.

07/01/2022

The "hawk on a rock" got a finish put on him and will be ready for someone's address or family name in the next couple of days.

05/01/2022

Newest carve completed today. This raven is true to life size with a 4 ft wingspan. It has a hidden wall mounting bracket for easy installation and to create separation from the wings to the wall.