A Message from Our President,
Darren Boehm
Welcome to the New England Woodcarvers! We are a diverse gathering of people who believe in making hand crafted art for our family and friends. We do this by carving all types of wood using knives, chisels, and mallets. We then paint them to bring them to life. One of the first carvings I ever did was to carve a bear handle for the baby furniture for my newborn son. My son is now 22 years old, but the baby furniture still resides in our house, and he wants to have this furniture for his children someday. What I did so many years ago when carving those bear handles has turned into a treasured heirloom that will be passed down to my son and his children. Woodcarving is so much more than creating art. It is creating special memories that family and friends will cherish for a long time. I personally invite you to join the New England Woodcarvers and begin your journey making hand crafted art for family and friends.
As an organization, we are committed to teaching and promoting woodcarving throughout the New England States. We achieve this by collaborating with other wood carving clubs within New England. We believe in learning by doing so most of our woodcarving courses offered at membership meetings are project based where you, the member, participate in the woodcarving process and can go home with a completed project. After you complete your first project, you will be well on your way to mastering the art of woodcarving.
Our slogan is “Cut only wood and never leave with a chip on your shoulder”. Our Motto is “let the chips fall where they may”. Our regular monthly meetings are a great place to socialize and make new friends. We also provide many opportunities for you to participate in service projects that help the community and the environment. You can make a difference and you will be recognized for it. Join us and help us make the world a better place together.