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Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class
Back Row- Mike Dinkel, Ed Barrett, Roy Dewalt
Middle Row- Terry Congram, Fran Tranbarger, Keith Clements
Front Row- Andy Anderson, Jay McCoy
Jay McCoy
Eagle River Alaska
Roy Dewalt
Willmington Delaware
Fran Tranbarger
Cincinnati Ohio
Mike Dinkel
Soldotna Alaska
Keith Clements
Vancouver Washington
Ed Barrett
Dallas Oregon
Terry Congram
Oxford Station Ontario, Canada
Andy Anderson
Neotsu Oregon
Largemouth Bass Urethane Carving Class
Above- Bob Russell, Ed Walicki, Nancy Rolif, Fran Tranbarger, Roy Dewalt
Below- Curt Funk, Don Chasteen
Missing from photo- Carl Latz
Curt Funk
Milwaukee Wisconsin
Bob Russell
Dexter Michigan
Fran Tranbarger
Cincinnati Ohio
Nancy Rollf
Elma Washington
Don Chasteen
Elmhurst Illinois
Roy Dewalt
Willmington Delaware
Carl Latz
Elkhorn Wisconsin
(Carl hired a professional stunt double for his photo)
Scott Synder
Poca West Virginia
Bryan Sale
Hamilton Michigan
John Fincato
Newark Ohio
John Robie
Sylvania Ohio
Steve Kunnath
Royal Oak Michigan
Ed Joslin
Leather Plus
Farwell Michigan
Rod Walker
Clare Michigan
Bill Grenfell
York Nebraska
Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class on the AuSable River
Gerry Weisenseel
Palm City Florida
Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class on the AuSable River
Keith Schedel
West Lake Ohio
Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class on the AuSable River
Carl Latz
Elkhorn Wisconsin
Razorback Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class on the AuSable River
Eric Knowlton
Wasilla Alaska
Chinook Salmon Urethane Carving Class on the AuSable River
Jerry Moody
Westland Michigan
Brown Trout Woodcarving Class on the AuSable River
Bill Rowe
Desoto Texas
Brown Trout Woodcarving Class on the AuSable River
Craig Larrabee
Michigan
Brown Trout Woodcarving Class on the AuSable River
Carl Latz
Elkhorn Wisconsin
Fish painting Course
John Yurka
Dracut Massachusetts
Fish Painting Course
Ron Dorsey
Philip South Dakota
Fish Painting Course
Terry Deen
Corning California
Fish Painting Course
Ron Copes
Clarkston Michigan
Private Class
3 Day Brown Trout Woodcarving w/Water Splash Seminar
Left to Right
Bryan Sale - Ralph Hook - Ed Walicki
Jerry Moody - Carl Latz
Dave Wagner
Birmingham Michigan
Rainbow Trout Class - Novi
Jerry Moody
Westland Michigan
Rainbow Trout Class
Nick Hartzell
Temperance Michigan
Rainbow Trout Class
Ken Nuorala
Kalamazoo Michigan
Rainbow Trout Class
Carl Latz
Elkhorn Wisconsin
Mike Janssen
St. Clair Shores Michigan
Roy Dewalt
Wilmington Delaware
Larry Large
Speedway Indiana
Russell Zick
Madison Wisconsin
Steve Pokines
South Wheelock Vermont
Ralph Hook
Fort Wayne Indiana
Carl Latz
Elkhorn Wisconsin
"Ed, I've been to allot of seminars in
the last couple of years and your class was one of the BEST. You gave me
information that would have taken me years to figure out. The week was
jammed packed with useable instruction. I would highly recommend your class
to anyone interested in carving. Even if their interest is not just in
carving fish. They will not go away disappointed. Can't wait for to the
next go around. See you in a week for round two." ~ Carl Latz
Andy Anderson
Neotsu Oregon
"Ed, your Seminar was the most informative and friendly I
have ever attended...Wish I had met you years ago.. I left your seminar
felling I could never repay you enough for what you gave us. A memorable
LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!!!!" - Andy Anderson
Keith Clements
Vancouver Washington
"For any one interested in Carving fish do
yourself a favor, take an Ed Walicki class. Ed is a World Class Carver, and
a World Class Instructor. Your experience will be one that you remember."
~Keith Clements
Dave Cook
Houghton Michigan
"Ed - I would just like to send along my thanks and
express my gratitude for your never ending patience during yet another
extremely informative and rewarding week of carving with you and my
classmates. You are truly the most unselfish artist I've ever met and your
willingness to share your hard learned secrets, shortcuts and tricks of the
trade make you a rare commodity in deed during these modern times. I hope
that my students feel the same way about my mentoring as I do about
yours - what a rewarding experience." ~Dave Cook
Sharon Hallowell
Ottsville Pennsylvania
"As a re peat student of Ed's, I can't begin to explain how
GREAT I think he and
his classes are. Ed's methods of teaching, his wonderful sense of humor,
and
his patience with students are unmatched. Whether you're just beginning to
carve fish, or are looking for those secrets to take your carvings to the
next level, you can't go wrong taking one of his classes. Hands down, it is
the best investment I have ever made in my carving endeavor. Can't wait
until I can do it again! Too bad all learning experiences aren't this much
fun. Thanks a billion, Ed, for EVERYTHING!" -
Sharon Hallowell
Joan Lech
Lehighton Pennsylvania
"Taking a class with Ed is a total
experience. I as a first time fish carver not only learned about carving
and painting but about how the fish lives and moves. We all think we know
what a fish looks like, but not until you take a class with Ed do you
really understand the fish’s anatomy. The class was not only informative
but also fun, and it showed in Ed's teaching and as a human being.
I can truly say no matter what level carver, you will walk away from there
inspired and have a better knowledge of the subject." ~ Joan Lech
Steve Kunnath
Royal Oak Michigan
"Ed I would like to start this by saying that
there is no way I could thank you or repay you enough for what I have gained
from your class. I can honestly say this is one of the most worthwhile,
informative, and enjoyable classes I have ever taken. I had always been
interested in pursuing something like this, but had no idea it would turn
into a rewarding addition to my life. I will be back for many more
classes!!!!" Steve Kunnath
Greg Crook
Sun Prairie Wisconsin
"I really enjoyed the
class I learned more about fish carving in the week I spent with Ed then I
did in the past 10 years. I hope that I get the opportunity to attend
another class. Thanks for all the help." ~Greg Crook
Karl Scheidegger
Mt. Horeb Wisconsin
Nick Hartzell
Temperance Michigan
Rich Meeuwenberg
Newago Michigan
Ray Carnes
Portland Oregon
Ken Grabbert
Loves Park Illinois
"Ed, I wanted to take this opportunity to say thanks for
offering fish carving classes and to encourage anyone with an interest in fish
carving to enroll in one of your classes. I can truly say that I have learned
more in one week from your "advanced" class than I could have learned in years
on my own through trial and error. The class was not only informative but lots
of fun too. One can tell you enjoy teaching fish carving almost as much as you
enjoy fishing for those Big Browns!
Thanks again,
Ken Grabbert"
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Karl Scheidegger
Mt Horeb Wisconsin
"Ed's knowledge of the creative (carving and
display) process is truly remarkable. He
has a solid command of what it takes to be a
successful fish carver and is more than willing to share his experiences
and successes with his students. More importantly is his
post-class support, Ed will continue to be a valuable resource for any
and all carving related questions.
Whether you are a beginning carver or an
advanced professional, I guarantee that you'll find something to take home
to improve your own work. I highly recommend an Ed Walicki carving class."
Karl Scheidegger
www.FishWorship.com
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Lionel "Boudro" Lorentz
Slidell Louisiana
"Taking a class with Ed was an experience I will never
forget....I had the time of my life and learned things about fish carving I will
never forget. Words cannot express how proud I am of the carving I did in
class that week with his guidance. I will be back for another class this
year!" Lionel Lorentz
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Bob Eck
Plantation Florida
"The information is
non-stop and covers everything from selecting wood, plans, roughing,
detailing, scaling, painting, composition, environment, splashes, to
marketing secrets. Ed covers it all. Ed's studio is a carvers dream and
itself worthy of a "How To Do" book! Ed's first hand 'tips' and
'secrets' for competitive carving will cut years off the time it takes to
succeed. Bring a notebook! Bring a camera! You will see and do things there
you will never see done elsewhere. Great info that you can take to the
bank!" Bob Eck
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John Fincato
Newark Ohio
"Ed: just a note to tell you how much I enjoyed my class with you....I
learned a lot of new techniques...my family and friends have commented on
how realistic my trout looks and they especially liked the water splash
effect...looking forward to a future class with you...sincerely,
John Fincato, Newark, Ohio"
Note from Ed- Spending a week with John in class was
inspirational, to say the least. Here is an artist that has overcome
the tragic loss of the use of his right arm by not only learning to do
things with one arm.....but has learned to do everything left handed!
And is damn good at it! His attitude, enthusiasm and dedication to the
art of carving is a true inspiration. I look forward to seeing his
dust in my studio again soon!
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Wayne Andrews
Middlebury Indiana
"Last night I returned from Ed's Brown Trout carving class, tired and
exhausted but greatly enlightened. To say he's a master carver and excellent
teacher is an understatement. I learned more in five days then I did in the
previous eight years on my own. He teaches not only carving methods but how
a fish reacts as it moves through the water, as well as how to mount your
carving and how to price your work and market it. If you are thinking of
getting into carving fish or are carving now and are not happy with the
results then you need to get into one of Ed's classes, it will improve your
results, and you will find the cost is a bargain." Wayne Andrews,
Middlebury Indiana
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Terry Congram
Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada
"When you have carved with the rest, then do yourself a favor and carve
with the best. It was mind boggling to have so much readily available info
and his sources for new products and problem solving is worth its weight in
gold. There were so many different ways of saving carving time, producing an
awesome fish, and a lot of self satisfaction in completing an outstanding
"art piece". I will "never" take instruction from another person - he's the
"man". Terry Congram,
Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Fran Tranbarger
Cincinnati Ohio
A friend put me onto Fishcarver.com and I
admired Ed's carvings and the realistic look they portrayed. If only my
carvings looked that good! I signed up for Ed's advanced carving class.
After completing the course and watching him in action, it is easy to
understand why Ed is a world class carver. He is also an excellent teacher
and willingly shares many of his ideas. The methods, resources and
technology that is taught in his class goes into making realistic fish
displays that are unsurpassed. I look forward to taking another class from
Ed. Anyone who wishes to improve their artistic skills in fish carving is
certain to find a class that Ed has to offer. Oh, and not to mention a
great time! Fran Tranbarger, Cincinnati
Ohio
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John Slanina
Rapid City South Dakota
"I first became interested in the art of fish carving through Ed Walicki's
Fishcarver.com. with the aid of his Fish Pattern book, Videos, Rough-outs,
reference casts and personal emails I became a fish carver. I also have
attended classes given by several professional Fish Carvers and other wood
carvers. I have learned to carve fairly well. Won my share of ribbons at
Local and National Competition Shows.
However, not until I attended a class with Master Fish Carver Ed Walicki did
I learn so much, not only on carving, but other aspects of the Art. Ed
shared his knowledge of short cuts and other tips no where to be found.
I highly recommend Ed Walicki to anyone wanting to learn the Art of Fish
Carving. Not only is Ed a Master Carver, he is truly an excellent Instructor
and human being." John Slanina,
Rapid City South Dakota
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"Having taken 5 of Ed's classes so far over the years. You need
only a sense of humor to survive his class. I can honestly say being around Ed
is the most fun I have ever had carving. He has the patients of a rock and the
ability to teach an old dog like me new tricks all the time." Skip
Chalmers, Marineland Florida
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"I too am a student of Ed's and have to say he is the real deal as a carving
teacher. I have taken many classes over the years for carving wildfowl and
nobody even comes close in comparison. What sets him apart is he teaches you
there is more to carving than just to copy the steps. He opens your eyes to a
way a thinking and using tools like nobody ever has for me. And "beware", his
quick wit will keep you on your toes." Karl Owen, Gary Indiana
Harold Joseph of Waterford Michigan
Ron Copes of Clarkston Michigan
Jan Campbell of Waterford Michigan
16" Brown Trout Woodcarving. (Jan's first fish!! Great Job Jan!)
Dave Cook
Larry Large
John "Johnny Da Fish" Slanina
Joe Ambrosini
John Call
Ken Manick
Late Friday Night
(except for Dave Cook who had to catch a flight out earlier in the day.)
Pictured from left to right (click pictures for a larger
image): Pen Hallowell, Mark Goldstein, Bryan Sale, Ken Grabbert, Jim Wiley,
Sharon Hallowell, Ed Walicki, Fran Tranbarger, (Seated Below) Kodi, Terry
Congram and Keith Schedel.
Group photo under the carving tent.
Terry Congram
Lower Sacksville, NS Canada
Brook Trout
Mark Goldstein
Middleport, New York
Brown Trout
Sharon and Pen Hallowell
Ottsville Pennsylvania
Brook Trout
(Sharon carved her trout all week while Pen caught trout all week)
Jim Wiley
Sparta Tennessee
Brook Trout
Keith Schedel
West Lake Ohio
Brook Trout
Fran Tranbarger
Cincinnati Ohio
Brook Trout
Bryan Sale
Hamilton Michigan
Brook Trout
Ken Grabbert
Loves Park Illinois
Gone Fishing!
The two little orphaned goslings that choose our group to be
their parents. We named them Part A and Part B. Monday shortly
after we started carving they ran up from the river and joined us for the
week. All week long there were underfoot in our activities. They
even did a little fishing with Pen, sat around the campfire with us and
slept alongside Kodi. We looked for the mother all week but suspect
the local coyotes orphaned these two. They were too young to survive
on their own after we left, the coyotes or raccoons would have dined on them
for sure so Sharon took them home to PA where they now reside at a local
rehab center called AARK.
Fran Tranbarger of Cincinnati Ohio
Ken Grabbert of Loves Park Illinois
Orlando Villarreal of Hudsonville Michigan
Leo Long of Troy Michigan
Jim Michehl of Antioch Illinois
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