Other than basswood and butternut, are there other species of wood generally available in Western North Carolina suitable for relief carving?
I'm new to relief carving. I've been experimenting with poplar and walnut because I happen to have some but neither of these seem great.
Are there other wood species that are similar and perhaps more generally available in my area (Western NC)?
I'd also like to try both basswood and butternut and would appreciate advise on good, reliable mail order sources.
Thanks.
Scott C.
Saluda, NC