My first attempts will be relief carving in whatever hardwood is at hand.
I'm really not knowledgeable - not even sure whether such work is done using chisels/gouges and a mallet or knives and hand pressure as in chip carving.
I need advice on where to find a good deal on a set that will get me started. My budget is small, but I know the value of having good tools (in terms of work product and safety), so please make recommedations with that in mind - er, emphasis on the budget aspect.
I'm putting together a Grizzly order and can add a carving set to that if you guys think any of the Griz sets are suitable. Here are links to the two pages of carving products on the Grizzly site.
a) Grizzly Carving Tools page 1
b) Grizzly Carving Tools page 2
And if there are any must-have accessories that should be purchased now (specific sharpening stones, etc), please let me know
Thanks