These photos and their accompanying explanations should help to provide an idea of the process I use to carve bowls and spoons.  To me, the process is just as important as the final product.  It allows me to work closely with nature and intuitively with my senses.  These tools respond to the vision in my mind and the movements of my hands.  The final slices leave the wood with a distinctive, hand-tooled surface that bears witness to each cut. 

If you are interested in giving these things a try, I have some more suggestions at the Links and Sources page. 

The photos are basically sequential, beginning with bowlcarving then going on to spooncarving.  When you click on an image, an enlarged version with an explanation will appear.

Be safe.  These tools can cut you badly.  Focus, think, don't work when distracted or tired.  Make sure you feel you can work safely before you proceed.