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Woodburning is a beautiful art tradition closely dovetailed with woodcarving.

The style indicated above, created by guest carver Barbara Smith, is regularly taught by Paula Bebout

In addition to the woodburning itself, washes and finishes are often applied to the piece.

— information provided by Shirley Garner of the Valley Road Woodcarving Shop
Artwork detail: woodburning. Artist: Barbara Smith, guest carver. Location: Silver Dollar City, Missouri. Photo credit: J. Heston. 4/18/08
Many thanks to the Valley Road Woodcarvers Shop, Shirley Garner and Pam Gresham. Their assistance in developing this section of State of the Ozarks has been invaluable.