Also called: Chainsaw Sculptor, Wood Sculptor
Carves bears, eagles, and custom sculptures from logs using chainsaws.
A chainsaw carver blocks out a bear from a log in minutes, then switches to smaller saws and grinders for details. Many perform live at fairs, where speed-carving draws crowds.
Approximate; self-employed.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. Self-taught or learned from experienced carvers.
Ways in: Self-taught, Apprenticeship. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady niche.
Low risk for 10 years. Carving logs with a chainsaw at shows and on commission is physical, live craft.
Classes: Woodshop, Art 3-D Design, Agriculture or forestry.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-1012.
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