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Paul F. Bolinger
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Medium(s):
Woodcarving
Accepts Commissions:
Yes
Subjects: Father Christmas, Wine Barrels, Seasonal Carvings
Paul has been a professional woodcarver since 1980. Known for Father Christmas figures and other seasonal carvings. Designed and created a line of collectibles carvings licensed to Kurt S. Adler, NYC.
Twice selected among America’s top traditional craftsmen by Early American Life Magazine. Featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Country Home, Country Living and other national magazines. Authored 6 books for woodcarvers.
Personal appearances include Disney World, Knotts Berry Farm, Hershey Park, MGM Grand Las Vegas, and Silver Dollar City.
Carved four large wine cask ends as a masterworks project.
 Paul Bolinger pointing at cask about to start carving |  14 Inch Father Christmas in Red14 inch Father Christmas in Long Red Coat from Linden wood with artist oils. Not for sale. |
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 24 Inch Father Christmas with Boots24 inch Father Christmas with Boots from Linden wood with artist oils. Not for sale. |  Cover of Bolinger Woodcarving BookCover of “Carving and Painting an Heirloom Santa” by Paul & Camille Bolinger |
 God Bless This WineGod Bless This Wine – carved end of 6’ by 5’ wine cask. Oak and artist oils. Not for Sale |  Sea Monster CaskSea Monster Cask – carved end of 5’ by 4’ oak wine cask with artist oils. Not for sale. |
 Weinstrasse CaskWeinstrasse Cask - carved end of 6’ by 5” oak wine cask with artist oils. Not for sale. |  Wind in the Willows CaskWind in the Willows Cask – carved end of 5’ by 4’ oak wine cask with artist oils. Not for sale. |
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