That is awesome! I don't know about inspiring - but it certainly induces jealousy and admiration for the skill, patience and dedication involved!
Those are AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Danggone, that shepherd I thought was real as I scrolled down! Kudos to all carvers!!
A couple years back we ran up on a chainsaw carving demonstration/festival in French Lick Indiana. Amazing to watch these folks work. I can use materials to build with, but taking a material and working it down to something that looks good just boggles my mind.