The December meeting of the S D Woodcarvers will be held December 15th, at the Ed Wood Trade and Industry Center, room 503, located on the south campus of Southeast Technical Institute in Sioux Falls, SD.
Planned activity includes a contest for cash prizes for the best in four projects featured at club meetings during the past year: (1) Dala Horse, (2) Apple, (3) Puppy Dog, (4) Any of the other completed meeting projects. Also scheduled for the December meeting is a chip carving project with star ornament cutouts furnished by Derek Boekhoff.
As usual, we look forward to sharing traditional Christmas goodies!
Sunday, December 09, 2007
Friday, October 13, 2006
October - November Newsletter
Greetings SDWC members and fellow woodcarvers!
A lot fine work by many of our members went into carving 4X4 samples for the wooden quilt so expertly assembled by John Cummings into a remarkable display that should be placed somewhere for viewing by the general public. Currently it resides in my basement in the midst of books in boxes, my few carvings, and a collection of clutter that seems to increase exponentially as it clamors for a permanent resting place. John said the quilt belongs to the club, so it is the club which must assume the power to rescue it from its current demise and decide how best to insure its benefit to society.
Shall we put it up for auction at the Park Ridge Christmas Show and Sale and donate the proceeds to charity? Shall we find a public place, restaurant or bank, art gallery or grocery store, where it could be hung on the wall with a dispenser for club brochures? Or shall we just put it into storage along with the round redwood signs and bring it out once a year for the fair? I look forward to hearing your decision on this matter at the next meeting.
Your Secretary, Arne Bortnem
Last Meeting…
We enjoyed the company of new member Glen Novak and guests Derrick Bookup and Ryan McKeever. Since March of last year Craig Johnson, Paul Seevers, Arlyn Thomas, Lloyd Whitley, Dennis VanGoor, and Bob Miller have all signed up as new members.
With so many new faces and names to remember, Vern Luke's suggestion that we enact a penalty for not wearing our name tags might be in order. How about let's prove to him that we can all remember to wear our name tags without the penalty!
Next Meeting...
Saturday, October 21, 9:00 AM, at the Ed wood T & A Center. Blanks for carving tree ornaments and small items that might be good for Christmas gifts will be available.
Meet the Members
Dennis Van Goor (Club member for two years)
Dennis Van Goor’s home is in Sioux Falls with wife, Dianne. Together, they have four children, eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Dianne’s hobbies include a mission in Bolivia called “Manosmao” (Hand in Hand) and spending time with their grandchildren.
Dennis is a retired USDA Meat Inspector who worked in packing plants in and round the area of Sioux Falls—even as far away as Esterville, Iowa. After USDA, Dennis followed his desire to drive a truck and is now employed at Runge Trucking.
The first carvings completed by Dennis were log chains, which he carved for his mother and sister, in 1992. Classes in Blue Earth, Minnesota helped him get a good start. The USDA job had varied hours and prevented regular participation in a club, so he carved by himself until retirement. Then two years ago, Dick Sabers invited him to come to our club and he joined. Dennis likes to carve caricatures and whimsical houses from bark. Dennis says he lost count of the number of farmer shoes and caricatures he has carved and given away to Dianne, his family and friends.
Member since 1984Something few of us know about Dennis is that he is a motor cycle enthusiast. Also, Dennis discovered that judges can be different when eyeing carvings. The one blue ribbon entry and 2 or 3 reds from the Sioux Empire Expo were entered in the Spencer fair and won 3 blue and 2 reds!
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Bob Locken
Bob Locken lost a leg in 1982 and tried many things to keep busy. Carving wood was one thing that kept his interest. Computer was another.
Bob’s work at NW Bell got him into working with computers. His first computer was an English model built before 1982. He did bookkeeping for his congregation in addition to his work. Today, Bob uses the tool for his finances, Email, and pictures (another hobby).
Back to Woodcarving: Bob retired in 1983 and tried several pursuits to keep busy. Several SD Woodcarvers invited him to join their club. That he did, and he enjoyed the club. Then, after moving to Colorado, he and a friend started up a carving club there. Bob helped start another carving club at Asbury Methodist Church in 1996. That club is still active with the evolvement of many of our SD Club members. One has to say that the loss of a leg hasn’t kept Bob from being an active club member.
“It’s like a bunch of guys (sorry Nancy) sitting in front of a fire place, a real pleasurable experience”.
Bob likes to carve caricatures, but his work is not for sale. All one has to do to get one of his carvings is say, “I like that one!”
Another bit of Bob’s history is that he served as club secretary for several years before he moved away to Colorado—in fact we suspect getting out of that job was a big motivation for his moving! We are indeed very blessed to have him back in our community.
Post Script: Robert Locken, retired employee of Northwestern Bell Telephone Co., died Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Southridge Health Care. Miller Funeral Home Obiturary
A lot fine work by many of our members went into carving 4X4 samples for the wooden quilt so expertly assembled by John Cummings into a remarkable display that should be placed somewhere for viewing by the general public. Currently it resides in my basement in the midst of books in boxes, my few carvings, and a collection of clutter that seems to increase exponentially as it clamors for a permanent resting place. John said the quilt belongs to the club, so it is the club which must assume the power to rescue it from its current demise and decide how best to insure its benefit to society.
Shall we put it up for auction at the Park Ridge Christmas Show and Sale and donate the proceeds to charity? Shall we find a public place, restaurant or bank, art gallery or grocery store, where it could be hung on the wall with a dispenser for club brochures? Or shall we just put it into storage along with the round redwood signs and bring it out once a year for the fair? I look forward to hearing your decision on this matter at the next meeting.
Your Secretary, Arne Bortnem
Last Meeting…
We enjoyed the company of new member Glen Novak and guests Derrick Bookup and Ryan McKeever. Since March of last year Craig Johnson, Paul Seevers, Arlyn Thomas, Lloyd Whitley, Dennis VanGoor, and Bob Miller have all signed up as new members.
With so many new faces and names to remember, Vern Luke's suggestion that we enact a penalty for not wearing our name tags might be in order. How about let's prove to him that we can all remember to wear our name tags without the penalty!
Next Meeting...
Saturday, October 21, 9:00 AM, at the Ed wood T & A Center. Blanks for carving tree ornaments and small items that might be good for Christmas gifts will be available.
Meet the Members
Dennis Van Goor (Club member for two years)
Dennis Van Goor’s home is in Sioux Falls with wife, Dianne. Together, they have four children, eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Dianne’s hobbies include a mission in Bolivia called “Manosmao” (Hand in Hand) and spending time with their grandchildren.Dennis is a retired USDA Meat Inspector who worked in packing plants in and round the area of Sioux Falls—even as far away as Esterville, Iowa. After USDA, Dennis followed his desire to drive a truck and is now employed at Runge Trucking.
The first carvings completed by Dennis were log chains, which he carved for his mother and sister, in 1992. Classes in Blue Earth, Minnesota helped him get a good start. The USDA job had varied hours and prevented regular participation in a club, so he carved by himself until retirement. Then two years ago, Dick Sabers invited him to come to our club and he joined. Dennis likes to carve caricatures and whimsical houses from bark. Dennis says he lost count of the number of farmer shoes and caricatures he has carved and given away to Dianne, his family and friends.
Member since 1984Something few of us know about Dennis is that he is a motor cycle enthusiast. Also, Dennis discovered that judges can be different when eyeing carvings. The one blue ribbon entry and 2 or 3 reds from the Sioux Empire Expo were entered in the Spencer fair and won 3 blue and 2 reds!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Bob Locken
Bob Locken lost a leg in 1982 and tried many things to keep busy. Carving wood was one thing that kept his interest. Computer was another.
Bob’s work at NW Bell got him into working with computers. His first computer was an English model built before 1982. He did bookkeeping for his congregation in addition to his work. Today, Bob uses the tool for his finances, Email, and pictures (another hobby).
Back to Woodcarving: Bob retired in 1983 and tried several pursuits to keep busy. Several SD Woodcarvers invited him to join their club. That he did, and he enjoyed the club. Then, after moving to Colorado, he and a friend started up a carving club there. Bob helped start another carving club at Asbury Methodist Church in 1996. That club is still active with the evolvement of many of our SD Club members. One has to say that the loss of a leg hasn’t kept Bob from being an active club member.
“It’s like a bunch of guys (sorry Nancy) sitting in front of a fire place, a real pleasurable experience”.
Bob likes to carve caricatures, but his work is not for sale. All one has to do to get one of his carvings is say, “I like that one!”
Another bit of Bob’s history is that he served as club secretary for several years before he moved away to Colorado—in fact we suspect getting out of that job was a big motivation for his moving! We are indeed very blessed to have him back in our community.
Post Script: Robert Locken, retired employee of Northwestern Bell Telephone Co., died Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Southridge Health Care. Miller Funeral Home Obiturary
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
September Meeting
The September meeting for the South Dakota Woodcarvers will be held on Saturday, September 16th at 9:00 am at the Ed Wood Center on the campus of Southeast Technical Institute in Sioux Falls.
The project for the meeting is carving the "Buffalo Nickel". You may also bring a project you have been working on to busy yourself during the meeting.
We're always interested to see completed projects for an informal "show and tell".
The project for the meeting is carving the "Buffalo Nickel". You may also bring a project you have been working on to busy yourself during the meeting.
We're always interested to see completed projects for an informal "show and tell".
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Beginning Chip Carving Classes
Starting Sept. 7th, 9:00 am for four Thursdays.
Students will need:
Students will need:
- A chip carving knife (some loaners available)
- A small triangle
- T square
- 6" ruler with metric and inches
- White eraser
Practice boards will be furnished.
Class is limited to 10 students. Fee is $12.00.
Register at the Center For Active Generations before Sept. 1st. (CFAG membership is not required for a one-time class).
Need more info? Call Frank O at 333-9980
2006 Sioux Empire Woodcarving Exposition
Bill Dickey won the People's Choice ribbon for his realistic pair of Crappies.
Competing in the pyrography (wood burning) category, 'The Old House' by Nancy Cummings won First Place and Best of Show in the Novice Class.
Gale Berven moves into the Advanced Class by winning the Best of Show with his one piece whittling of a Teal duck.
Don Clemetson won First Place in the Realistic Human category and Best of Show for the Advanced class with his carving titled "The Gathering".
Other places are as follows:
Aquatic
1) William Dickey - Crappies in Basswood
Bark Relief--Human
1) John Jussel - Mountain Man (Cotton Wood Bark)
2) Dennis VanGoor - Wood Spirit (Cottonwood Bark)
3) Nancy Cummings - Wood Spirit (Cottonwood Bark)
Bark Relief--Non-Human
1) Craig Johnson - Outhouse (Cotton Wood Bark)
2) Craig Johnson - Whimsical House (Cotton Wood Bark)
3) Craig Johnson - Eagle (Cotton Wood Bark)
Birds of Prey
1) John Cummings - Eagle (Basswood)
Caricature Group
1) John Jussel - Best Buds (Basswood)
2) Ron Schulte - Best Friends (Basswood)
3) Dick Sabers - The Four Seasons (Douglas Fir)
Caricature--Advanced Class
1) John Jussel - "Ya Wanna Piece A Me?" (Basswood)
2) Richard Peterson - Self Portrait (Basswood)
3) William Dickey - Janitor (Basswood)
Caricature--Open Class
1) Mike Willeson Coffee & a Toothpick (Basswood)
2) Dennis VanGoor - Old Sea Captain (Basswood)
3) Mike Willeson - Gramps & His Wheelbarrow (Basswood)
Chip Carving
1) Frank Orthmeyer - 10" Plate (Basswood)
Decoy--Natural Finish
1) Gale Berven Teal (Basswood)
Decoy--Painted
1) Frank Orthmeyer - Mallard Hen (Basswood)
2) Gary Gibson - Pintail (Basswood)
3) Gary Gibson - Canvas Back (Basswood)
Fantacy Creatures
1) Corne Ellis - Carosole horse (Basswood)
2) John Cummings - Dragon (Basswood)
Interpretive Sculpture
1) Paul Seevers - Braided Flow (Lilac Wood)
2) Dennis VanGoor - Humming Bird, Rose, and Old Shoe (Butternut and Basswood)
3) Ron Schulte - Green Man (Basswood)
Open Category
1) Dennis VanGoor - Maple Leaf Candy Dish (Butternut)
2) Paul Seevers - Waves / Bowl (Walnut)
3) Dennis VanGoor - Little Shoe (Basswood)
Pyrography
1) Nancy Cummings - Old Farm House (Basswood)
2) Nola Tollman - On the Run (Basswood)
3) Evelyn Huntimer - Ocean Beach (Basswood)
Realistic Animal
1) Gale Berven - Squirrel (Cottenwood Bark)
2) Richard Peterson - Stay Close to Me! (Basswood)
3) Richard Peterson - Mom Did You Hear That? (Basswood)
Advanced
1) Don Clemetson - The Gathering (Red Cedar Log)
2) Don Clemetson - Mountain Man (Red Cedar Log)
3) Dick Sabers - Mask of Christ (Walnut)
Santas
1) John Jussel - Kris Santa with Staff (Paulowinia)
2) John Jussel - Santa (Basswood)
Shallow Relief
1) Craig Johnson - Barn (Basswood)
2) Lorraine Pearson - Call of the Wild (Basswood)
3) Gene Dickey - TheTwo Bears (Basswood)
Song Bird
1) Lorraine Pearson - Cedar Waxwing (Basswood)
2) Frank Orthmeyer - Cedar Waxwing (Basswood)
Walking Sticks and Canes
1) Ron Schulte - Eagle Staff (Basswood & Poplar)
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