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   jfsksa | Apr 25, 2023 06:59pm | #1

   Hand carving is a dying art in the US with mass produced furniture and proliferation of power tools. However, woodworking stores still sell carving chisels, so carvers are out there. I would search out woodworking schools and retail outlets. Talk to those guys - they might know of someone who could help you. Rockler and Woodcraft are retailers in my area (Tx), PA likely has others.

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   pantalones868 | Apr 25, 2023 10:43pm | #2

   The doors in place or can the carver take them home?

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   ysu65 | Apr 26, 2023 07:06am | #3

   Good question, more info. I got a call from the church rep asking if I could refinish the doors. 80" x say 36". I said I do not do that kind of work, referred him to a local shop that may help. (I have done personal refinishing but hate it, only work outside, not a fun job.) Then he asked about carving something on the door. I got the impression that the carving was not complicated. I do not know if he wanted hand work or CNC router. Or even if he was aware of CNC work. So, to net this out, I will assume the doors can be removed. I will contact him today and get a conformation. Thanks for the question.

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   user-7627473 | Apr 26, 2023 07:14am | #4

   There are many who do this work. Their clients are often very high-end architectural firms who specialize in historic restoration and as well historic preservation organizations. Additionally there are businesses they that do high-end/historic furniture repair and restoration. Making phone call inquiries would most likely get you some options.

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   jharveyb | Apr 26, 2023 09:25am | #5

   Woodcraft & Rockler stores may know of carving clubs. Too bad I'm too far away... (Southern Tennessee)

   
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   user-7591560 | Apr 26, 2023 12:15pm | #6

   You may want to ring one of the wood schools in Phila. such as the philadelphia furniture workshop or university of the arts. They might have some search tips.

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   user-6480500 | Apr 26, 2023 03:53pm | #7

   You may want to check if the doors are fire rated. If so, carving may not be a good idea.

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   Joshuaa69 | Apr 27, 2023 07:36am | #8

   Hello
   It's great that you received a call regarding carving work, even if it's not your area of expertise. Here are some suggestions for how to proceed:

   Ask for more information: Get as much information as you can from the person who called you. Ask about the scope of the project, the desired style of carving, the timeline, and the budget. This will help you determine if you're the right person for the job or if you need to refer them to someone else.
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   Research local carvers: Look for local carving artists in the Syracuse, Binghamton, and Scranton areas. You can try searching online directories, social media, or local arts organizations for leads. Be sure to read reviews and look at their portfolio to get a sense of their work.

   Reach out to local woodworking or carving organizations: If you're having trouble finding individual carvers, consider contacting local woodworking or carving organizations. They may be able to recommend someone or provide you with a list of members who specialize in carving.

   Consider posting on local community forums: You can try posting on local community forums or social media groups, asking for recommendations for local carving artists. This can be a good way to get word-of-mouth recommendations from people in the area.

   Don't be afraid to refer: If you can't find a carver or feel that the project is outside of your expertise, don't be afraid to refer the person to someone else. You can provide them with the information you gathered and let them know that you'll keep an eye out for other potential leads.

   Remember to communicate clearly with the person who called you and be transparent about your level of expertise. Good luck!

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   user-6774979 | Apr 27, 2023 11:07am | #9

   Mark Yundt Woodworking Studio in Bethlehem PA. He does this work and does an excellent job. Visit his site.