I've done several woodworking projects before and recently finished a canoe but I've always felt that wood carving is what really defines an artist. Yours is the first video I have watched on the subject and it is very informative and inspirational - thanks!
Aww I appreciate that! This was the very first carving video I ever posted, check out some of my newer content sometime! There are so many amazing chainsaw artists on RUclips! Ryan Cook, Kyle Hall, chainsawJenna, and Jeff at Northwoods just to name a few! Watch a bunch of videos, get safety gear, and give it a try! This really is an art can can only be learned with time behind the saw!
@@TayMarie23 you inspired me to try my first sitting bear too today! Would've been a standing one, but got through the bark and found a bad spot on the lower half of the log. Like yours, LoL, not always goes as planned. He's my profile pic for now. :)
For your one year anniversary I’m rewatching this for I don’t know how many times now, but It never gets old to me Tay! The birth of a genius chainsaw carver in the works here. This won’t be the last time I replay this. Your roots as a carver began here with just the basics of carving tools. You’ve come a long way in just a year cutie! AMAZING!!! 💛
I love how I decided to drop everything and do this full time after my 5th carving, witch is this one right here! It worked out, but sometimes I question my sanity 😂 Wish I kept this one to look back on!
I know again that I'm coming to some of your videos late.. But these are adorable items... All are worth owning for me too have ... Really love the owl 🦉 too... But that little bear 🐻 standing up is really adorable... Great work... Best to you beautiful lady...lol😊
It's Great to see your older carvings compared to your new ones. You have really progressed well in a year's time. I'm new to chainsaw carving, I've whittled hundreds of little projects and it was the natural progression I suppose. Keep going, you are doing great.
When I was watching, it occurred to me that you could make a full bear-themed large outdoor chess set. You could have bear kings and queens and knights, etc.. Probably wouldn;t be worth the huge amount of work, but it would be very cool.
I’m a woodcarver, always put your white eye spots in the same spot on the eyes. It makes the eyes 👀 look like they are looking the same way. I’m about to to try chainsaw carving, you did a great job and much improved over your first one! 👏
Thank you! I have improved greatly since this carving! I have done the eye shines on the same side on all my recent carvings, just like you suggested 😊 Its crazy how much each carving teaches you! I love this job, I can’t wait to see what you create!
Very impressive for just starting! I am also about to start my first chainsaw carving project. I've been doing steel art for several years, and decided to try using wood. Those other projects you showed in the beginning were awesome too. Great work!
The use of pallets is a great idea. I'm going to have to get a few. I think we started carving at the same time, and so far I have only attempted a couple bear heads. I have decent owls and eagles, but definitely need more practice with bears
Nice cs1500. I’m on my third one lol second one still works just need to order an oil seal. The first one burned up the motor. Make sure oil is flowing! Nice bear!
That’s amazing - my carvings are tiny in comparison but I’m glad I’ve found you as I’m about to embark on bigger with my new chainsaw - up till now I carve by hand with chisels
Thank you sooo much for posting this video. I am thinking about getting into this activity--I am 60 at end of teaching career and have experience with chainsaws but have that gnawing feeling of "what shoud I do with my life" thing. I am impressed that you make these cuts with a regular chainsaw bar. Seems like most of the artists use the dime or quarter tip carving bar in their videos. I'll stop rambling. I look forward to seeing more videos. Good luck and really nice work. Take care.
You will have to check out some of my newer content, I think you will be surprised haha! This was only my 5th carving and the 5th time I had ever held a chainsaw! I had all the tools now, but this was the first carving video I ever posted :)
Good job! New, as well. Starting my fourth bear today. Each gets better and easier. I've committed to carving ten, straight, in order to better learn my tool usage, track my progress, and see if I want to do this beyond a hobby. For my bottoms, i attach wood screws threw 6mm steel nuts for levelers, which also lift the bases off the ground about a quarter inch. Thx
I just got a jaw horse for Christmas…it’s game changing! Really helps get the carving to a comfortable carving height, less back pain! Thank you so much for watching, I have come a long way since this bear and I’m sure great progress is in your future as well :)
@@TayMarie23 yes, a jamhorse is on my list. That, and a saw with a dime bar. Bought a stihl 180 c b e, two weeks ago. Love it! Never used a saw or carved anything before. At 63, I'm invested in this. Due to recent health issues I'm on SSI and hope to generate some extra income. Was laid up in bed pretty much for 16 months after high blood pressure caused me to have a brain bleed (minor type of stroke) and carving now has me up at six a.m., ready to start my day- dragging logs our of the woods, etc. Carving more than likely saved my life because it got me moving. I talked about chainsaw art for decades and now is my chance. Kids, grandkids and friends are so supportive, so i am luckier than most. Still, my learning takes great effort. I study hundreds of bear pics and videos. Just learning hair patterns alone is a great challenge. Woke the whole family up early this morning with my chainsaw. Oooops! Also learned- bears don't have whiskers! Good luck with your new venture. So encouraging to see others digging in and putting in the work. Unfortunately, there are no short cuts after learning the bear basics... Godspeed.
This is so wonderful to hear! Carving is so therapeutic and is so rewarding when you put the work into it! I’m so happy you found carving, at 63 years young you have many years to perfect and grow your skills 😁
Amazing work TayMarie, I just recently found your channel and I have watched most of your videos. It is amazing the transformation since you said "We have very different video planned today, this week I have decided to be a chainsaw carver"
That looks amazing, a very entertaining video, I love your personality and the commentary was great, very cute and your little dusty butt during the first part 😂. Fantastic work!
Greetings from England. Congratulations on your work, you've got talent! Here is a challenge for you. I want to see you carve the head of Beetlejuice from the Howard Stern show. Due to Beetlejuice's microcephaly it's not easy to get the proportions right. I'm a Stonemason and have done a few attempts in modelling clay before working on stone and it's tough. You're up to the challenge. Cheerio.
Lol Beetle juice, what a character 😂 I just uploaded the video of my first and only human this past week…people are HARD! And faces are even HARDER! People who can do people art and next level artist! I don’t know if I ever want to do another human 😂
@@TayMarie23 You're right, people are hard, especially people with tiny heads! But imagine the scope of your work when you've mastered carving people. Just think of the demand and the price you could charge when you have that skill locked down. Keep the faith, work through the pain and focus on carving Beetlejuice. You'll find that if you can carve him you can carve any human. (Beetlejuice is more of a God than a human in my opinion).
Thank you so much Paul! I have learned so much with every carve, and I’m starting to see lots of improvement! I have a bunch of exciting videos lines up, just need to find the time to edit them to get them out for you guys! Cheers from Maine :)
If this is you first time to the channel I encourage you to look at some of my newer stuff! I recently carved a 10’ life sized grizzly! Still a beginner but on to bigger and better things!
Do it girl! It’s the best work out and the most relaxing thing! You get so in the zone! As long as you keep all your limbs anything you carve is a success 💛😝
Thank you! I have come a long way since I filmed this video, you will have to check out some of my newer videos sometime! 🙂 I now use a chisel for my eyes, but I have seen people who use glass eyes and it always turns out beautiful!
You will have to check out some of my newer stuff sometime, I have come a long way since this cute little bear 😁 Always learning and growing! Thank you for the kind words!
I encourage you to do so, this hobby is like no other!! The carving community is absolutely wonderful too! Just make sure you get some chainsaw chaps and safety gear before your start anything! 🙂
Hii! Thank you for the kind words! I don’t use that clear coat anymore, but it was a transparent lightly tinted fence stain and weather-proofer! I recently switched over to all oil based products for my carvings, but I was using fence and deck stains prior to that! Honestly, they were working great and there is no specific reason I changed to oil other than just listening to some of the advice I have been given from other carvers :) I now use Australian timber oil and TWP 1500 for all of my carvings (in various colors) both of which I would recommend for ANY wood project, fence, or deck - they are both AMAZING!
I can't believe you just started to caver! You do such a great job carving. I love the owl you did and watching you care that bear you are very talented! Can't wait to see your next video!
Thank you so much Peter! Once this Christmas rush of orders slows down I’ll be a lot more consistent about getting videos out! I just haven’t had the time to sit up at my desk and edit the backlog of footage I have! Can’t complain though, being busy is good haha! Keep eyes out for a video release tomorrow 😉
@@TayMarie23 Jeder hat mal angefangen und ich finde Du hast das damals super gemacht, auf jeden Fall hast Du da eine schöne Erinnerung. Bist auf jeden Fall eine tolle sympathische Frau. :) Ganz viele liebe Grüße lass ich gern da. :)
This was my first ever carving video (and my 5th ever carving) definitely check out some of my newer stuff sometime! I use mostly gas saws now with many different bars, at the time of this video I only owned one little electric saw with the stock bar. I just taught myself over the past year! Watched a video on chainsaw safety and then just practiced practiced practiced! To start you don’t need anything fancy! Any saw with a stock bar will work to teach you the basics of carving!
I saw this video and am getting ready to start carving myself. Great work! One question I have is, approximately what is the size of the log you used to carve this bear?
This was my first ever carving video 💕 This was probably a 14-16” diameter log about 16-18” tall! I hope you enjoy this amazing art form! I would recommend starting with trees, they are a great way to learn the basic cuts before jumping into a bear! Bears are so fun though!
There is no way to stop cracking, we can only try our best to limit it. Every carving will crack eventually, that’s a guarantee! The best ways to prevent cracks is to use a high quality timber oil and try to use quartered or halfed logs when possible. When you remove the pith from the carving you get a lots less cracking. This isn’t really possible with larger carvings, but really helps with cracking on smaller carvings! Certain wood types crack more then others as well!
@@TayMarie23 I am In Pennsylvania I guess I might have to take a few days to plan a trip, but I am going to the NYS Woodsman fair next week. Maybe you will be carving there
Can you run a dime tip on an electric saw? I have heard it’s not good because electric only runs at full throttle and you shouldn’t run a dime tip at full throttle? But I honestly know nothing, learning as I go lol! I was looking at getting a quarter tip so I don’t have to change the sprocket, but I’m definitely open to suggestions!
Aww I appreciate that, also Jenna is awesome!! You will have to check out my newer stuff sometime, this was only my 5th time using a chainsaw! I have come a long way since then :)
Awesome work, I'm new to this too and love it, I've been using chainsaw, dremel flexshat and Wen makes a great cheap dremel up to 35000 rpm, it was 24.99 and has lasted 3-4 times longer than dremel brand js, a cheap die grinder for really digging out wood with a kutzall tear drop burr 1/4 for the die grinder and a 1/8 for the dremel, I use those two burrs more than any others but if you decide to get some I can show ya what I got that's working great right now, your a natural BTW, I've only made a bear and owl with the chainsaw last fall then winter hit so only doingng power tools inside 😅 where its been warm, can't wait for spring weather to get out there chainsaw carving this week, also check out Jordy Johnson carving fusion and Ryan Cook, just carve rob, I've been learning tons watchingng them guys, Carve deep! Go's bless keep em coming
Hey hey! I actually have that exact Wen Dremel! I have a lot more tools then I had during the time of this video! This is how I make a living now so I have lots of goodies haha! Have a variety of Kutzall and saburrtooth burrs…they ROCK! You will have to check out my more recent stuff, I have come a long long way since this cute bear bear 🐻 Happy Easter, Cheers!
@@TayMarie23 I seen your Bigfoot, love it, I went out back n started a Bigfoot yesterday, hoping to finish him today, ty for the Inspiration tho, felt great finally using the chainsaw again, so much faster lol after seeing this video I watched more of ya, amazing work, your super talented at this, I'm also making a job out of this, Crosscreek got ahold of me and asked if they could sell my stuff at their store, that was at Christmas time so been investing a lot into it, I had another fb n RUclips with all my stuff but got hacked n lost it all so I need a new channel, using a family members ATM, I'm Jesse btw but anyway love your style, keep em coming, very inspirational 😊 ty
Hey Jesse! Congrats on landing a carving gig, that’s awesome! Do you wholesale your carvings or do you get a percentage after they sell? Just make sure you aren’t being ripped off for you hard work, but you know that! Sorry about your channel and fb, Uhg that’s awful! I would love to see how your bigfoot is turning out!
Your neeest subscribers. Are you really new to chainsaw carving at this point? You definitely have a gift. Saw another video of yours a year later that was amazing! I’m a woodworker and was thinking of advancing skill set to carving. I’d like to do a simple project like a fire hydrant. Looking forward to what you do next!
I feel like we are always beginners, regardless of what stage we are at! This is a hobby where you constantly learn new things, it never ends! I bet you most master carvers will tell you they still learn things on the daily doing this! This is a wonderful hobby/job, it engages and exercises both the mind and the body! 😁
No wayyyy! I have watched so many of your videos, you are a huge inspiration of mine! I have improved so much since this bear, every carving has taught me so much and I absolutely love carving as a whole! I have dropped my career as a nurse to pursue this full time ☺️ I can’t believe you watched one of my videos, Im so happy right now 😭💛😂 Keep kicking butt, I look forward to watching more of your vids!
On to bigger and better things now! I have learned so much from each carving and hope to continue to push myself to improve:) Thank you so much for watching!
Wow your great everyone said I was a natural when I first started (which wasn't long ago, less than a year) but your every bit as if not better than me AND I've only done bears, (11 of them) so keep on keepen on im not able to carve right mow but hope to get back to it soon. AND DEFINITELY KEEP THE VIDEO'S COMING.❤❤❤❤❤❤
Awww thank you for this comment! I started last August so we are definitely in a similar boat! I have been really happy with my progress this year, make sure you check out my newer stuff 😉
@@daffyduck8244 I find that it's more difficult to get the bar to sit/mount right with the electric chainsaws due to them often having tool-less tensioning systems. They can be a little clunky until you get use to it. My Oregon, Greenworks, and Sthil all mount differently. I prefer the tooled tension when possible, bar mounts easier with less adjusting. Remember to always pull the nose of your bar upwards while you do the last bit of tightening!
Haha thank you! I have improved so much since I released this video, every carving has taught me so much :) I’m really back logged on footage/videos but plan to get them all out once it gets colder! It’s just been too nice outside to be stuck at a desk editing haha! Keep eyes out for a video this weekend though! 👀😊
@@TayMarie23 I hear you! Valid point. Yeah, the learning process is so rewarding and so satisfying.! I’m sure I’ll proceed to be impressed as I witness your progression forward. Happy carving!
I know exactly what you are talking about, it is a super dangerous tool! I definitely would never use that myself, not recommend it, just not worth loosing a finger 🙃
Wow can't believe you are just a beginner! There may be hope for me yet :) That looks as good as most I've seen for sale for $75 or better. Thanks for the vids! 👌
That owl is sick. Are you an arty person. What advise would you give to a not particularly arty person 😅. Ps love your work you've done so well I want your skills 😅😂😂
You are so inspiring, and naturally talented! I’m just learning chainsaw carving,, I have a bad back but refuse to give up. ✊🏽 Please keep up the amazing Werk!! 🙌🏽🔥🎨
That’s the plan 😉 Get yourself something like a jaw horse to carve on so you aren’t holding yourself in awkward positions, causing further back issues! Carving can be tough on the body, never be afraid to take breaks when needed! I take a week off here and there just to let my neck and back recoup! Those saws aren’t light either!!
@@TayMarie23 ~ thank you so much! Very wise advice,, I’m already laying on my back and lifting 20 pound weights to get my arms use to holding it for longer lengths. I Dremel carve standing up in my creation station 🙂 since sitting is an issue… Thanks again I appreciate it 🙏🏽💫
Well this is actually the first carving video I ever posted, this was my 5th carving. Prior to this bear I carved two little trees, a bear, an owl, and then this bear in the video. I think trees are a great starting place, then maybe owls, I find owls much easier then bears. I still find bears to be a good challenge! As for a saw, if you have one start with that! You don’t need anything special. I mean for the first 5ish months I only carve with a $90 electric saw and the 18” stock bar it came with. If you don’t have a saw I would recommend picking up a Stihl ms170 for $199 at your local dealership or ACE Hardware 😊
Thank you very much for the incite, I have a gas 16 inch,but think I prefer electric much quite, from what I have seen I your videos. Keep up the great work, I am trying to follow in sequence your videos
Hello. This is amazing and you have made great work. We have every year a bear carving contest here in Finland. Now I saw how to make it. Thank you. Have good day. Matti
I appreciate your kind words 💛 I would love to watch a carving contest, I hope to make it to one this coming year! Have a great day also! Cheers from Maine 😊
I can't believe this was one of your first carves,....and only a year ago?!!!Soooo cute! And to top it off, I've already seen the giant bear you carved. Your art just blows my mind, it's so beautiful, even your first carves! So, watching this,... Can I carve with just the stock bar and chain my saw came with? I have the Stihl MSA 70. Also, I do have a small 4" angle grinder, but I need to get the wrench(es) for it. I was thinking what to get for it,... probably start with sanding disks like you used here. Do you find you use it much? If so, do you have any favorite attachments?
At this point closer to a year and a half, but yet this was my 5th carving 🐻 You can definitely use the stock bar and chain, I carved this bear with an 18” stock bar. You might want a carving bar in the future but I would definitely start without one and learn the ropes first! And for the angle grinder, I now have a Saburrtooth sanding disc on it but yes you want to get your soon 40-120 grit flap sanding discs, you will use them a lot !
@@TayMarie23 Crazy how time flies! Look at all you're doing now,...so incredible! Thanks for the help.✨🙏🏻💖I will get a carving bar eventually. I want a Sand o flex and finger sander too,... But first things first. I'm always taking notes as I watch videos. Thanks for commenting back, I appreciate your time and experience.💯
Hi from Montana🙂 I just bought a stihl 140 battery saw with carving bar. I’m just starting out. I’m recently divorced with time for a hobby now. I’m 65 and your never too old to learn something you’ve always wanted to do. Do you find you have much kickback with your electric saw? I’m a little scared about that😳 but I did order chaps and gloves and helmet!
Yay welcome to the newbie carving crew! I promise you will love this hobby, it’s very rewarding! To answer your question I have honestly never experienced kick back that was unexpected, it has only happened a few times when using the nose of the saw while detailing. I still don’t have a carving bar, definitely a priority after the holidays! I have only ever used Oregon’s low-profile stock chain, it’s very forgiving and rarely kicks but in return it cuts very slow. I plan to get a gas saw in the near future for blocking out and then using my corded and battery saws for shaping and fine tuning. I have experience more kick back with my battery saw but nothing crazy, it has a smaller bar so it’s a little more jumpy but very easy to correct and control! Just take it slow at first and your comfort will grow. Don’t be afraid but alway me mindful and respect the saw 😉
I've done several woodworking projects before and recently finished a canoe but I've always felt that wood carving is what really defines an artist. Yours is the first video I have watched on the subject and it is very informative and inspirational - thanks!
Aww I appreciate that! This was the very first carving video I ever posted, check out some of my newer content sometime! There are so many amazing chainsaw artists on RUclips! Ryan Cook, Kyle Hall, chainsawJenna, and Jeff at Northwoods just to name a few! Watch a bunch of videos, get safety gear, and give it a try! This really is an art can can only be learned with time behind the saw!
Seeing those, your first few little guys, on a pallet, by a for sale sign... Nowadays that's like finding a Bob Ross at a yard sale.
Hahaha thank you for the chuckle! I used to promise people I would get better and one day these little guys might be worth something more 😂
@@TayMarie23 you inspired me to try my first sitting bear too today! Would've been a standing one, but got through the bark and found a bad spot on the lower half of the log. Like yours, LoL, not always goes as planned. He's my profile pic for now. :)
For your one year anniversary I’m rewatching this for I don’t know how many times now, but It never gets old to me Tay! The birth of a genius chainsaw carver in the works here. This won’t be the last time I replay this. Your roots as a carver began here with just the basics of carving tools. You’ve come a long way in just a year cutie! AMAZING!!! 💛
I love how I decided to drop everything and do this full time after my 5th carving, witch is this one right here! It worked out, but sometimes I question my sanity 😂 Wish I kept this one to look back on!
@@TayMarie23 at least we have this video to remember it by! Will be a annual playback for me! 💛
I cant believe you only just started carving, thats awsome. your inspiring me to give it a try. make some more vids like this please.
I have a bunch of videos! I have come a long way since this little bear!
I know again that I'm coming to some of your videos late..
But these are adorable items...
All are worth owning for me too have ...
Really love the owl 🦉 too...
But that little bear 🐻 standing up is really adorable...
Great work...
Best to you beautiful lady...lol😊
It's Great to see your older carvings compared to your new ones. You have really progressed well in a year's time.
I'm new to chainsaw carving, I've whittled hundreds of little projects and it was the natural progression I suppose. Keep going, you are doing great.
It’s always great to look back and see improvements!
You make all this look easy to do. The fun is watching you have fun doing it.
It's a blast and I hope it's always as fun as it is now 💛
Just amazing how you make that chunk of wood come alive. Awesome!!
Aww thank you!!! 😊
When I was watching, it occurred to me that you could make a full bear-themed large outdoor chess set. You could have bear kings and queens and knights, etc.. Probably wouldn;t be worth the huge amount of work, but it would be very cool.
Could make a huge chess set with any theme! Imagine a huge gnome chess set, would be awesome!
You have natural artistic skills
Your little Yogi Bear shows you have a very unique talent. I too have just started so will be waiting to see the progress you make. DO NOT STOP!
Same goes to you friend! Every carving teaches us a little more about this unique art form! Wishing you success in your endeavors ☺️
I'm not a good listener, because I'm trying this at home.
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Very impressive! I wish I had a fraction of the artistic talents that you and others like you have. Great video and great job :-)
Awww thank you! Happy you enjoyed the video :)
Lovely wee bear! I really enjoy your videos and your upbeat and warm manner.
Aww thank you 💛
I’m a woodcarver, always put your white eye spots in the same spot on the eyes. It makes the eyes 👀 look like they are looking the same way. I’m about to to try chainsaw carving, you did a great job and much improved over your first one! 👏
Thank you! I have improved greatly since this carving! I have done the eye shines on the same side on all my recent carvings, just like you suggested 😊 Its crazy how much each carving teaches you! I love this job, I can’t wait to see what you create!
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Very impressive for just starting! I am also about to start my first chainsaw carving project. I've been doing steel art for several years, and decided to try using wood. Those other projects you showed in the beginning were awesome too. Great work!
Steel art is so stinkin cool! I bet you are going to be so good with a chainsaw! 😁
Your really good chain saw carver .such skills.
This is my first carving video, definitely check out my newer stuff! I have come a long way since this little grizzly!
The use of pallets is a great idea. I'm going to have to get a few. I think we started carving at the same time, and so far I have only attempted a couple bear heads. I have decent owls and eagles, but definitely need more practice with bears
Bears are a lot of fun! I started carving last August 😁
Very nice. Enjoy the journey. Be safe. "Let the chips fly".
The journey is now my full time job! It’s crazy what you can accomplish in a year, make sure to check out my newer videos if you haven’t 😊
Nice cs1500. I’m on my third one lol second one still works just need to order an oil seal. The first one burned up the motor. Make sure oil is flowing!
Nice bear!
You’re a natural! I thought you were going to make it to where he was going to be holding a sign at first, but I like what you did!
This is an oldddd carving, I’m way better now 😂 but thank you! I do everything differently now hahaha!
That’s amazing - my carvings are tiny in comparison but I’m glad I’ve found you as I’m about to embark on bigger with my new chainsaw - up till now I carve by hand with chisels
Wow, that little bear ended up being such a cutie 😍
Well done. Keep trying and learning.
You will have to check out my newer videos sometime, I have improved immensely and learned so much since this little bear :)
Thank you sooo much for posting this video. I am thinking about getting into this activity--I am 60 at end of teaching career and have experience with chainsaws but have that gnawing feeling of "what shoud I do with my life" thing. I am impressed that you make these cuts with a regular chainsaw bar. Seems like most of the artists use the dime or quarter tip carving bar in their videos. I'll stop rambling. I look forward to seeing more videos. Good luck and really nice work. Take care.
You will have to check out some of my newer content, I think you will be surprised haha! This was only my 5th carving and the 5th time I had ever held a chainsaw! I had all the tools now, but this was the first carving video I ever posted :)
Good job! New, as well. Starting my fourth bear today. Each gets better and easier. I've committed to carving ten, straight, in order to better learn my tool usage, track my progress, and see if I want to do this beyond a hobby. For my bottoms, i attach wood screws threw 6mm steel nuts for levelers, which also lift the bases off the ground about a quarter inch. Thx
I just got a jaw horse for Christmas…it’s game changing! Really helps get the carving to a comfortable carving height, less back pain!
Thank you so much for watching, I have come a long way since this bear and I’m sure great progress is in your future as well :)
@@TayMarie23 yes, a jamhorse is on my list. That, and a saw with a dime bar. Bought a stihl 180 c b e, two weeks ago. Love it! Never used a saw or carved anything before. At 63, I'm invested in this. Due to recent health issues I'm on SSI and hope to generate some extra income. Was laid up in bed pretty much for 16 months after high blood pressure caused me to have a brain bleed (minor type of stroke) and carving now has me up at six a.m., ready to start my day- dragging logs our of the woods, etc. Carving more than likely saved my life because it got me moving. I talked about chainsaw art for decades and now is my chance. Kids, grandkids and friends are so supportive, so i am luckier than most. Still, my learning takes great effort. I study hundreds of bear pics and videos. Just learning hair patterns alone is a great challenge. Woke the whole family up early this morning with my chainsaw. Oooops! Also learned- bears don't have whiskers! Good luck with your new venture. So encouraging to see others digging in and putting in the work. Unfortunately, there are no short cuts after learning the bear basics... Godspeed.
This is so wonderful to hear! Carving is so therapeutic and is so rewarding when you put the work into it! I’m so happy you found carving, at 63 years young you have many years to perfect and grow your skills 😁
A fabulous bear..well done indeed.
This was my very first carving video, if you are new to the channel make sure to check out some of my newer stuff 😁
Amazing work TayMarie, I just recently found your channel and I have watched most of your videos. It is amazing the transformation since you said "We have very different video planned today, this week I have decided to be a chainsaw carver"
Hahaha and just like that my whole world changed! It really was just like that, I just decided this is what I wanted to do and did it! 💛
That looks amazing, a very entertaining video, I love your personality and the commentary was great, very cute and your little dusty butt during the first part 😂.
Fantastic work!
Greetings from England. Congratulations on your work, you've got talent! Here is a challenge for you. I want to see you carve the head of Beetlejuice from the Howard Stern show. Due to Beetlejuice's microcephaly it's not easy to get the proportions right. I'm a Stonemason and have done a few attempts in modelling clay before working on stone and it's tough. You're up to the challenge. Cheerio.
Lol Beetle juice, what a character 😂 I just uploaded the video of my first and only human this past week…people are HARD! And faces are even HARDER! People who can do people art and next level artist! I don’t know if I ever want to do another human 😂
@@TayMarie23 You're right, people are hard, especially people with tiny heads! But imagine the scope of your work when you've mastered carving people. Just think of the demand and the price you could charge when you have that skill locked down. Keep the faith, work through the pain and focus on carving Beetlejuice. You'll find that if you can carve him you can carve any human. (Beetlejuice is more of a God than a human in my opinion).
You can also use black marbles for eyes
I used chisels and gouges for my eyes these days! But I have seen people use marbles too!
Great job
You are a true artist- that little bear turned out very nice.
Thank you so much Paul! I have learned so much with every carve, and I’m starting to see lots of improvement! I have a bunch of exciting videos lines up, just need to find the time to edit them to get them out for you guys!
Cheers from Maine :)
@@TayMarie23hi I do the same job where I can share you my pictures
@@alejandroocampoayala2567 If you have instagram you can DM me there (TayMarieYT) or feel free to email me at tmcustomcarvings.com :)
I am really impressed at the awesome job you did for being a beginner. Awesome!
If this is you first time to the channel I encourage you to look at some of my newer stuff! I recently carved a 10’ life sized grizzly! Still a beginner but on to bigger and better things!
Woman you make this look so easy. I am going to get out my husbands tools and try this. love the little bear you carved. Thank you for sharing.
Do it girl! It’s the best work out and the most relaxing thing! You get so in the zone! As long as you keep all your limbs anything you carve is a success 💛😝
Nice work for a beginner, you should try using a half inch drill bit and a black marble for the eye, it gives it a very nice look
Thank you! I have come a long way since I filmed this video, you will have to check out some of my newer videos sometime! 🙂 I now use a chisel for my eyes, but I have seen people who use glass eyes and it always turns out beautiful!
Super cute.
Thank you! ☺️
Amazing! You are truly a natural. I love your little bear. Thank you for your inspiration.
You will have to check out some of my newer stuff sometime, I have come a long way since this cute little bear 😁 Always learning and growing! Thank you for the kind words!
I am going to watch your others. I subscribed! I have a chainsaw and would like to try something creative also.
I encourage you to do so, this hobby is like no other!! The carving community is absolutely wonderful too! Just make sure you get some chainsaw chaps and safety gear before your start anything! 🙂
What was the clear coat in the 5 gallon bucket you put on him? Amazing work your a natural.
Hii! Thank you for the kind words!
I don’t use that clear coat anymore, but it was a transparent lightly tinted fence stain and weather-proofer! I recently switched over to all oil based products for my carvings, but I was using fence and deck stains prior to that! Honestly, they were working great and there is no specific reason I changed to oil other than just listening to some of the advice I have been given from other carvers :)
I now use Australian timber oil and TWP 1500 for all of my carvings (in various colors) both of which I would recommend for ANY wood project, fence, or deck - they are both AMAZING!
I can't believe you just started to caver! You do such a great job carving. I love the owl you did and watching you care that bear you are very talented! Can't wait to see your next video!
Thank you so much Peter! Once this Christmas rush of orders slows down I’ll be a lot more consistent about getting videos out! I just haven’t had the time to sit up at my desk and edit the backlog of footage I have! Can’t complain though, being busy is good haha! Keep eyes out for a video release tomorrow 😉
Absolutely beautiful work Tay! I'll be back, would love to try this chainsaw carving myself.😊
Making a 10 foot grizzly right now, big step up from this peewee 😉 I hope you give it a try, it’s so therapeutic!
Hey Tay,
es macht mir immer wieder Spaß Dir zu zusehen, der Bär ist einfach super süß, ich liebe deine Bären, sie sind echt was ganz besonderes. :)
This was my first ever carving video and my 5th carving ever 💕 Wish I kept this one to remind me of how it all started!
@@TayMarie23 Jeder hat mal angefangen und ich finde Du hast das damals super gemacht, auf jeden Fall hast Du da eine schöne Erinnerung. Bist auf jeden Fall eine tolle sympathische Frau. :)
Ganz viele liebe Grüße lass ich gern da. :)
That is the cutest bear ever!
It’s an oldie but goodie!
Great work! What do you use for the clear coat ? Thanks!
This was my 5th carving, have learned a LOT since! I either use TWP1500 series or SPAR Urethane to seal all of my carvings these days!
Wow, if you're just getting started, I can't wait to see what you do with some more practice, great work
I appreciate that! I have come a long way since this little bear bear 🐻☺️
So very nice you are blessed keep the viedos coming love them im learning so much
This was my first ever carving video! ☺️
Nicely done. you have a great eye for this. Keep it going.
Just read your other comment on my polar bear carving! Nothing like seeing progress 😁
You are on the right track. Keep it up.
I have come a LONG way since this little carve haha, but thank you! 😁
Wonderful job!
I appreciate that, thank you!
so cool to see how far you've come in such a short time!!!
Thank you 🙌🏼 It’s been a lot of work!
It always is! lol
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So how did you learn how, I just learned how to operate my chainsaw, haven’t tried to carve yet, appears to me your using a standard size blade
This was my first ever carving video (and my 5th ever carving) definitely check out some of my newer stuff sometime! I use mostly gas saws now with many different bars, at the time of this video I only owned one little electric saw with the stock bar.
I just taught myself over the past year! Watched a video on chainsaw safety and then just practiced practiced practiced!
To start you don’t need anything fancy! Any saw with a stock bar will work to teach you the basics of carving!
I saw this video and am getting ready to start carving myself. Great work! One question I have is, approximately what is the size of the log you used to carve this bear?
This was my first ever carving video 💕 This was probably a 14-16” diameter log about 16-18” tall! I hope you enjoy this amazing art form! I would recommend starting with trees, they are a great way to learn the basic cuts before jumping into a bear! Bears are so fun though!
Thank you!
How do you deal with cracks ? From the wood drying
There is no way to stop cracking, we can only try our best to limit it. Every carving will crack eventually, that’s a guarantee! The best ways to prevent cracks is to use a high quality timber oil and try to use quartered or halfed logs when possible. When you remove the pith from the carving you get a lots less cracking. This isn’t really possible with larger carvings, but really helps with cracking on smaller carvings! Certain wood types crack more then others as well!
Great carving, what state are you located? Maybe I might be close enough to stop and buy one of your carvings. Thank you Ron
Awww that’s very nice of you, I’m located in the great state of Maine!
@@TayMarie23 I am In Pennsylvania I guess I might have to take a few days to plan a trip, but I am going to the NYS Woodsman fair next week. Maybe you will be carving there
I do love seeing more of your video
Awesome job! I would love to be able to do something like that. Very impressive!
Thank you very much! ☺️
U go girl! Should invest in a 12 in dime tip carving bar & chain can do so much more detail will b well worth it 👍 Royal American Works
Can you run a dime tip on an electric saw? I have heard it’s not good because electric only runs at full throttle and you shouldn’t run a dime tip at full throttle? But I honestly know nothing, learning as I go lol! I was looking at getting a quarter tip so I don’t have to change the sprocket, but I’m definitely open to suggestions!
I need to purchase a couple of small bears.
You just let me know when 😉😂
Awesome job
Great job,i also do carvings very impressive for only doing five of them,keep it up.
I have greatly improved since this little bear! Thank you for the kind words :)
Nice work! That bear is super cute! I just carved my first bear today. It’s a fun hobby. Keep up the good work!
I have come a longgggggg way since this bear! You will have to check out my newer stuff sometime! Be safe and have fun!
You are very talented!
Thank you! Cheers! 🐻
Glad chainsaw Jenna introduced to you at ridgeway I love your videos you do great work 😁👍
Aww I appreciate that, also Jenna is awesome!! You will have to check out my newer stuff sometime, this was only my 5th time using a chainsaw! I have come a long way since then :)
@@TayMarie23 I watched many that was just the one I replied to I enjoyed watching your progress 😁👍
I appreciate that so very much ☺️
Wow I am impressed!!
Awesome work, I'm new to this too and love it, I've been using chainsaw, dremel flexshat and Wen makes a great cheap dremel up to 35000 rpm, it was 24.99 and has lasted 3-4 times longer than dremel brand js, a cheap die grinder for really digging out wood with a kutzall tear drop burr 1/4 for the die grinder and a 1/8 for the dremel, I use those two burrs more than any others but if you decide to get some I can show ya what I got that's working great right now, your a natural BTW, I've only made a bear and owl with the chainsaw last fall then winter hit so only doingng power tools inside 😅 where its been warm, can't wait for spring weather to get out there chainsaw carving this week, also check out Jordy Johnson carving fusion and Ryan Cook, just carve rob, I've been learning tons watchingng them guys, Carve deep! Go's bless keep em coming
Hey hey! I actually have that exact Wen Dremel! I have a lot more tools then I had during the time of this video! This is how I make a living now so I have lots of goodies haha! Have a variety of Kutzall and saburrtooth burrs…they ROCK! You will have to check out my more recent stuff, I have come a long long way since this cute bear bear 🐻 Happy Easter, Cheers!
@@TayMarie23 I seen your Bigfoot, love it, I went out back n started a Bigfoot yesterday, hoping to finish him today, ty for the Inspiration tho, felt great finally using the chainsaw again, so much faster lol after seeing this video I watched more of ya, amazing work, your super talented at this, I'm also making a job out of this, Crosscreek got ahold of me and asked if they could sell my stuff at their store, that was at Christmas time so been investing a lot into it, I had another fb n RUclips with all my stuff but got hacked n lost it all so I need a new channel, using a family members ATM, I'm Jesse btw but anyway love your style, keep em coming, very inspirational 😊 ty
Hey Jesse! Congrats on landing a carving gig, that’s awesome! Do you wholesale your carvings or do you get a percentage after they sell? Just make sure you aren’t being ripped off for you hard work, but you know that! Sorry about your channel and fb, Uhg that’s awful! I would love to see how your bigfoot is turning out!
Just found you today, 10-25-2023. Nice job!
Thank you! This was my first ever carving video, posted just over a year ago ☺️
somebodys got a talent right there!
Thank you my friend! Improving a little each carve! Going to do another bear today! Might get a short out on it tomorrow :)
Your neeest subscribers. Are you really new to chainsaw carving at this point? You definitely have a gift. Saw another video of yours a year later that was amazing! I’m a woodworker and was thinking of advancing skill set to carving. I’d like to do a simple project like a fire hydrant. Looking forward to what you do next!
I feel like we are always beginners, regardless of what stage we are at! This is a hobby where you constantly learn new things, it never ends! I bet you most master carvers will tell you they still learn things on the daily doing this!
This is a wonderful hobby/job, it engages and exercises both the mind and the body! 😁
That looks awesome nice work. Was wondering what kind of wood you use.
I almost always use Eastern white pine ☺️
Wow... very creative 👍
Why thank you! 😊
Tay this is awesome! I love this little guy! Look into a hydraulic lift table! Huge game changer! Less back ace too! Keep up the great work!😁💪🏻
No wayyyy! I have watched so many of your videos, you are a huge inspiration of mine! I have improved so much since this bear, every carving has taught me so much and I absolutely love carving as a whole! I have dropped my career as a nurse to pursue this full time ☺️
I can’t believe you watched one of my videos, Im so happy right now 😭💛😂 Keep kicking
butt, I look forward to watching more of your vids!
@@TayMarie23 aww this is so sweet!!!! Love it!!! This made my day! 💪👍🥰
Very cool
Thank you Jerry! Getting a little better with each carve!
very nice. inspiring!!
That is awesome for your 5th carving, great job 👍
On to bigger and better things now! I have learned so much from each carving and hope to continue to push myself to improve:) Thank you so much for watching!
Wow ! You just started . Nice work ! Keep it up !
That’s the plan! Check out some of my more recent videos if you haven’t, I have improved and learned SO much since this little bear bear 🐻 ☺️
Wow your great everyone said I was a natural when I first started (which wasn't long ago, less than a year) but your every bit as if not better than me AND I've only done bears, (11 of them) so keep on keepen on im not able to carve right mow but hope to get back to it soon. AND DEFINITELY KEEP THE VIDEO'S COMING.❤❤❤❤❤❤
Awww thank you for this comment! I started last August so we are definitely in a similar boat! I have been really happy with my progress this year, make sure you check out my newer stuff 😉
I have head gear, steal toe shoes, chaps and glove
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Great job love it
should the chainsaw bar jump around alot when first cutting?
I don’t believe so, I never notice my bar jumping! You might have a dull chain? What’s your set up?
@@TayMarie23 I have an electric 16 inch Black and Decker. I watch a video on how to put on the chainsaw so it looks right
@@daffyduck8244 I find that it's more difficult to get the bar to sit/mount right with the electric chainsaws due to them often having tool-less tensioning systems. They can be a little clunky until you get use to it. My Oregon, Greenworks, and Sthil all mount differently. I prefer the tooled tension when possible, bar mounts easier with less adjusting. Remember to always pull the nose of your bar upwards while you do the last bit of tightening!
💯 Damn, you’re coming out of the gate at a high level! Great work(s)!
Haha thank you! I have improved so much since I released this video, every carving has taught me so much :) I’m really back logged on footage/videos but plan to get them all out once it gets colder! It’s just been too nice outside to be stuck at a desk editing haha! Keep eyes out for a video this weekend though! 👀😊
@@TayMarie23 I hear you! Valid point. Yeah, the learning process is so rewarding and so satisfying.! I’m sure I’ll proceed to be impressed as I witness your progression forward. Happy carving!
Owl is cool 🦉
Check out my newer stuff! 😝
Great job 👏
Thank you ☺️
Your doing a great job so far. I say keep going, you can only get better ❤️😊
Thank you so very much! Check out some of my newer content, I think you will be surprised 😉
well done, you rock
They sell a chainsaw wheel that fits a grinder
I know exactly what you are talking about, it is a super dangerous tool! I definitely would never use that myself, not recommend it, just not worth loosing a finger 🙃
Wow can't believe you are just a beginner! There may be hope for me yet :) That looks as good as most I've seen for sale for $75 or better. Thanks for the vids! 👌
Of course! It’s such a fun art form! Getting a little better each carve!
What kind of wood do you use? Pine I'm guessing
Cedar when I can get my hands on it but mostly Eastern White Pine
Amazing job!!
What a cool video and I am so happy I stumbled upon your channel…. Subscribed :)
Awww thank your for the support and welcome to the crew! 😁💛
That owl is sick. Are you an arty person. What advise would you give to a not particularly arty person 😅. Ps love your work you've done so well I want your skills 😅😂😂
You are so inspiring, and naturally talented! I’m just learning chainsaw carving,, I have a bad back but refuse to give up. ✊🏽
Please keep up the amazing Werk!! 🙌🏽🔥🎨
That’s the plan 😉
Get yourself something like a jaw horse to carve on so you aren’t holding yourself in awkward positions, causing further back issues! Carving can be tough on the body, never be afraid to take breaks when needed! I take a week off here and there just to let my neck and back recoup! Those saws aren’t light either!!
@@TayMarie23 ~ thank you so much! Very wise advice,, I’m already laying on my back and lifting 20 pound weights to get my arms use to holding it for longer lengths.
I Dremel carve standing up in my creation station 🙂 since sitting is an issue…
Thanks again I appreciate it 🙏🏽💫
What did you start with,what animal and what saw,I haven't started yet
Well this is actually the first carving video I ever posted, this was my 5th carving. Prior to this bear I carved two little trees, a bear, an owl, and then this bear in the video. I think trees are a great starting place, then maybe owls, I find owls much easier then bears. I still find bears to be a good challenge!
As for a saw, if you have one start with that! You don’t need anything special. I mean for the first 5ish months I only carve with a $90 electric saw and the 18” stock bar it came with. If you don’t have a saw I would recommend picking up a Stihl ms170 for $199 at your local dealership or ACE Hardware 😊
Thank you very much for the incite, I have a gas 16 inch,but think I prefer electric much quite, from what I have seen I your videos. Keep up the great work, I am trying to follow in sequence your videos
Great job, I love the bear
Thank you ☺️ 💛
Hello. This is amazing and you have made great work. We have every year a bear carving contest here in Finland. Now I saw how to make it. Thank you. Have good day. Matti
I appreciate your kind words 💛 I would love to watch a carving contest, I hope to make it to one this coming year! Have a great day also!
Cheers from Maine 😊
I can't believe this was one of your first carves,....and only a year ago?!!!Soooo cute! And to top it off, I've already seen the giant bear you carved. Your art just blows my mind, it's so beautiful, even your first carves!
So, watching this,... Can I carve with just the stock bar and chain my saw came with? I have the Stihl MSA 70. Also, I do have a small 4" angle grinder, but I need to get the wrench(es) for it. I was thinking what to get for it,... probably start with sanding disks like you used here. Do you find you use it much? If so, do you have any favorite attachments?
At this point closer to a year and a half, but yet this was my 5th carving 🐻 You can definitely use the stock bar and chain, I carved this bear with an 18” stock bar. You might want a carving bar in the future but I would definitely start without one and learn the ropes first! And for the angle grinder, I now have a Saburrtooth sanding disc on it but yes you want to get your soon 40-120 grit flap sanding discs, you will use them a lot !
@@TayMarie23 Crazy how time flies! Look at all you're doing now,...so incredible! Thanks for the help.✨🙏🏻💖I will get a carving bar eventually. I want a Sand o flex and finger sander too,... But first things first. I'm always taking notes as I watch videos. Thanks for commenting back, I appreciate your time and experience.💯
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So cute great job
Thank you ☺️
Hi from Montana🙂 I just bought a stihl 140 battery saw with carving bar. I’m just starting out. I’m recently divorced with time for a hobby now. I’m 65 and your never too old to learn something you’ve always wanted to do. Do you find you have much kickback with your electric saw? I’m a little scared about that😳 but I did order chaps and gloves and helmet!
Yay welcome to the newbie carving crew! I promise you will love this hobby, it’s very rewarding! To answer your question I have honestly never experienced kick back that was unexpected, it has only happened a few times when using the nose of the saw while detailing. I still don’t have a carving bar, definitely a priority after the holidays!
I have only ever used Oregon’s low-profile stock chain, it’s very forgiving and rarely kicks but in return it cuts very slow. I plan to get a gas saw in the near future for blocking out and then using my corded and battery saws for shaping and fine tuning. I have experience more kick back with my battery saw but nothing crazy, it has a smaller bar so it’s a little more jumpy but very easy to correct and control! Just take it slow at first and your comfort will grow. Don’t be afraid but alway me mindful and respect the saw 😉