Tree Brochure 2006:Layout 1
Source: www.orangeville.org
Topic: Wood Carving
Sort Desciption: as a baker and where his wood carving hobby has become a part-time business. Jim Menken. Jim Menken of Mono has been in demand since he created “The Farmer” ...
Content Inside: If you would like further information on the Art Walk of Tree Sculptures for Orangeville please contact Town of Orangeville 519-941-0440 www.orangeville.ca If you would like visitor information for Orangeville or the surrounding area please contact The Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association 519-942-0314 1-800-332-9744 www.thehillsofheadwaters.com Peter Mogensen The Mount Forest resident spends his time travelling around Canada, as well as parts of the U.S., carving pieces as private commissions. A native of Denmark, Mr. Mogensen grew up in Alliston, and has spent most of his life selling and fixing outdoor power tools. A self-taught carver, he has made that his full-time livelihood for several years now - and is well-known in carving circles. He carved three historical figures for the Town of Orangeville in 2005 but maintains that his specialty is wildlife, particularly bears. Jeff Waters Jeff Waters has two carvings on Broadway: the native carving and a rope post - his specialty.A native of Niagara Falls, Mr.Waters lives in Stayner where he is employed as a baker and where his wood carving hobby has become a part-time business. Jim Menken Jim Menken of Mono has been in demand since he created “The Farmer” on Broadway. Born in Thornhill, this Mono resident is a school teacher who has always been interested and involved in art. Carving tree sculptures fosters his love of the outdoors and his love of art. Nick Onac Nick Onac is well-known as an artist and wood carver in Peterborough - and other parts of the world. A native of Transylvania, Romania, Mr. Onac taught economics and history at a high school in Transylvania for six years and carved wood sculptures on a commission basis, primarily for churches. He says his sculptures are inspired by his homeland and European culture. He particularly likes to carve human subjects. Walter vanderWindt Walter vanderWindt brought his chainsaw to Orangeville and he left some characters behind. The cha ...
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