I have left this piece as it was written but have added the new information where applicable. Purpose Intro for an interesting FTP site for woodworkers. I had to haul hardwood in from the outside. I quickly specialized in hand carving signs.
Signs are always in demand and the sign blanks are easy to make with a few simple tools.
I always work from my own designs although I may steal an idea from a photograph or antique. I usually use a Polychrome technique. The letters and decorations are incised into the sign blank. The cut-ins are filled with artist's acrylic and then the surface is sanded. This produces strong colors well protected from wear and weathering.