Chainsaw carvings

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A. CHAINSAW CARVINGS OVER 2 metres HIGH

  • Old Man Story Teller
    These photos are a selection of some of the chainsaw carvings I have created that are over 2 metres/6' high. Click on the picture to see an enlarged version - a description is included underneath each picture. NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

B. CHAINSAW CARVINGS FOR SCHOOLS AND PUBLIC PLACES

  • Religious Figures - Chainsaw only
    These are a selection of chainsaw carvings which have been commisioned by schools, parks and other places visited by the public. Completion of these carvings usually involves me talking with people w atching and explaining what I am doing. It seems to make an interesting demonstration! NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

C. PRIVATELY COMMISSIONED CHAINSAW CARVINGS

  • Sleeping Lady
    These are some of the chainsaw carvings I have done on a private commission basis. Click on the picture to see an enlarged version - a description is included underneath each picture. NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

D. OTHER CHAINSAW CARVINGS

  • The Trapped Elf
    These are some photos of other chainsaw carvings I have created. I have completed so many that I have not taken pictures of all the carvings I have created. NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

September 15, 2009

Welcome to my website

Hello,
Thanks for having a look at my website. I am a sculptor of trees and logs - using mainly chainsaws - from Cheshire, near to Tatton Park. I only use Stihl chainsaws - they are excellent. I take commissions to sculpt trees and logs using Stihl chainsaws and other tools.

If you would like to contact me you can call me on my mobile: 07711 045437, or you can reach me by e-mail  at tim.burgess7@btinternet.com  (NOTE: I ALWAYS acknowledge e-mails and respond as soon as I can. If for some reason you get no reply to an e-mail then I may not have received it - so please give me a call).

I have created sculptures for individuals, businesses, Councils, schools, the Forestry Commision and charities. I also give chainsaw carving and sculpture demonstrations (including ice-carving) at functions, events, schools, and colleges. Give me a call if you would like a quote - my rates are very reasonable

If you are having a tree felled, then you may want to ask the 'feller' to leave you with a stump that can be sculpted into something of your choice.  Alternatively, if the whole of a much-loved tree is removed then you might want to keep some of the trunk for a unique sculpture to be created for your garden/school/workplace. I create sculptures from 'green' wood. That is fresh wood that would otherwise be burnt or left to rot.

Click on this link to view a 5 minute time lapse amusing video of me sculpting an owl with chainsaws for Russell Wood (who made the videoand set it to 'Benny Hill' music!). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzDIBv-JpyY

You can see photos of some of my chainsaw sculptures by scrolling down the page and 'clicking' on any of the photos on the left or right side of the screen. The photos on the right - under 'Creating the Wizard of Thieves Hollow', show 'step by step' how a carving is created. I do not take or publish photos of all my carvings - for example, owls,eagles, buzzards and bears.

WATCH ME CREATE SCULPTURES FROM TREES AND LOGS: In 2009 I will be sculpting with chainsaws at a variety of shows and competitions - I will publish details here as they become known. Please note: At all the following events chainsaw sculptures can be directly purchased or bought at auction. These are the dates of events I will be at in 2010 (put the names in your computer search engine for direct information about the events):

(Awaiting confirmed dates)

PLEASE NOTE: I am very fortunate to receive sponsorship support from OSWALD RECORD of Trafford Park, (01618722832) who is my local main Stihl equipment suppliers. Their support and service are first class - I would recommend anyone who needs chainsaws or similar to speak to them - they are excellent! My local supplier is Ashley Mowers, Ashley, Cheshire, (01619282048) who are also excellent.

I am also sponsored by SPEEDYSIGNS- who can provide, banners, van and trailer signs, magnetic signs and A-boards - all at a fraction of the price you would normally pay - well worth a call - speak to Mike on 07748-801264.

If you want a tree felled speak to Chris Frankland of Frankland Tree Services M: 0797-3431192, and if you need logs for woodburners - Sam Little is the man - 07899-954085.

I have attached some photos - please have a look and if you have time then please give me some feedback.  You may wish to especialy note the quality of the photographs taken by HOWARD BARLOW (see www.howardbarlow.com) in the Section 'Photographs taken by Others'. If you need Corporate, Wedding or photos for any other occasion he is your man.

Many thanks.

Tim

FURTHER INFO: If you want hedging, and lawncutting (including road verges), or creating and maintaining paddocks then Dominic Fenton is the person you need to speak to M:07774-699674. Also good for tree work are:Tony Gates M: 07771-876970, or Andrew Riley, Tree Specialist on M: 07835 244143.

There are some professional photos under 'Photos by Others', taken by  David Jack (a.jack@talktalk.net and some  by http://www.stevepotterphotography.com/ -  worth a look.

Also, you may well wish to have a look at this website which can provide all sorts of signs about wildlife for parks and nature reserves - http://www.naturesigndesign.co.uk/index.cfm/page/about_us

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Photographs by others

  • Howard Barlow Tatton Pics 2009 022
    This folder contains photographs which I have been sent by people who have photographed me at work on a chainsaw carving, or who have bought a chainsaw carving. Some are professional photographers - as you can tell from the quality of their photographs.

1. JUST OWLS

  • Story-telling area
    I get asked to chainsaw carve many owls - so many that I do not take pictures of them all. I thought I should add a separate section just for owls - because if you are thinking of asking me to chainsaw carve one for you then it is good to know the slight variations in style - very slight! NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

2. CHAINSAW CARVINGS - by my brother ANDY.

  • Bird of Prey - by Andy
    I am so busy with commissions, that I cannot meet the demand for some chainsaw carvings. However, my brother, Andy, is able to create a variety of chainsaw carvings for sale. Although I try to frequently update this section, there are some 'for sale' prices shown - but the chainsaw carving may have been recently sold. Andy will take orders for others. NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

3. CREATING THE 'WIZARD OF THIEVES HOLLOW'

  • "I walked away as it was going dark..."
    The following photos show how the 'Wizard of Thieves Hollow' was created, and the story that goes with him...... (Click on the photos to enlarge them and then look for 'next' - a description is shown at the foot of the larger photos) NOTE: To return to the first page, and other photo albums, click on the LEAF and writing on the top left of the page, at any time.

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