Hello, my name is Roman. I enjoy wood carving as a hobby. I created the READ N TRY website to share my passion for chip carving, whittling, woodturning, and woodworking. I write articles about chip carving, related techniques, and my recent projects.
Wood carving captivated me back in 2013 and I found this hobby relaxing and rewarding. I joined the California Carvers Guild (CCG) in 2014 and I regularly attend the Santa Clara Valley Carvers in Los Gatos, CA.
I like designing chip carving patterns and I am excited to share them online. Most patterns are free and some help me to pay for carving supplies.
Presenting chip carving at the annual woodcarving show
I usually carve half an hour a day to relax and recharge after a long work day. I present my chip carving and whittling projects at the annual Tri-Valley Carvers show in Pleasanton, CA. This photo is from the Tri-Valley Wood Carving Show in 2017.
Outdoor Activities
I live in San Jose, California and I like hiking local trails, so if you find yourself in the area let’s have a walk or enjoy a coffee together.
If you would like to learn more about my extensive software engineering career you may find my resume and portfolio here: https://rchernikov.com.
You are always welcome to email me at learn@readNtry.com.
Happy carving, turning, or woodworking,
Roman Chernikov
http://readNtry.com