Affiliations: National Wood Carvers Association, Mid America Wood Carvers, St. Charles Area Woodcarvers and Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers.
Training: Don is self taught, but attended seminars and studied under many well known Midwest and Southern craftsmen. Ann began carving when she attended a beginner’s class while Don was taking an advanced seminar in Texas. They have traveled to all states except Alaska and Minnesota in their RV.
Background:Retired machinist for McDonnell Aircraft Co. He began woodcarving as a hobby in the 50s and continued as a hobby and avocation after retirement. He has been teaching woodcarving for the past 11 years in the St. Louis area and the Rio Grande Valley.
Awards and Exhibits: They have entered woodcarving shows and exhibitions all over the Midwest and in the Rio Grande Valley and have won numerous accolades, ribbons and trophies. They have exhibited at Silver Dollar City, Davenport, Rio Grande Valley Show, Chip O’Texas show and various libraries, banks, and art shows.
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