Relief Carving in Wood

Relief Carving in Wood

Author: Chris Pye

Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media

Published: 2019-08-06

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9781635618105

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In this step-by-step guide, expert woodcarver Chris Pye guides the reader through two in-depth woodcarving projects that teach a wide range of skills and techniques. Using color photographs and line drawings, he explains the basic tools and methods needed to create beautiful relief carvings, as well as techniques for more ambitious work.


Practical Wood Carving - How to Use the Tools and Make the Designs

Practical Wood Carving - How to Use the Tools and Make the Designs

Author: Edward Hobbs

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 1473351928

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Originally published in early 1900s. The illustrated contents include: Materials – Tools and Equipment – Care and Use of Tools – First Steps in Wood Carving – Chip Carving – Incised Work – Relief Carving – Pierced and Laminated Work – Wood Sculpture and Knife Work – Preparation of Designs etc. Many of the earliest hobby and craft books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.


The Book of Wood Carving

The Book of Wood Carving

Author: Charles Marshall Sayers

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-05-22

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 0486141071

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In clear, straightforward language, Sayers carefully guides the reader through the fundamentals — what tools and materials to use and how to use them. Still the finest book for the beginning student in wood sculpture.


Manual of Traditional Wood Carving

Manual of Traditional Wood Carving

Author: Paul N. Hasluck

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-12-03

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 0486154181

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Superb guide to every aspect of the craft combines practical instruction with more than 1,000 photos and diagrams. Projects range from simple — boxes, chests, chairs — to complex — tables, cabinets, beds.


The Complete Book of Woodcarving

The Complete Book of Woodcarving

Author: Everett Ellenwood

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2014-07-01

Total Pages: 854

ISBN-13: 1607650967

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Whether you're a woodcarver expanding your talents, a seasoned carver refining your skills, or a beginner newly introduced to this fulfilling craft, this is the only carving book you need. Brimming with expert instruction and 8 attractive step-by-step woodcarving projects, you'll learn all the classic carving styles and techniques along with the fundamentals of wood and tool selection, sharpening, creating a workspace, and finishing your completed work. Also included is a complete chapter on power carving.


Easy Lessons in the Art of Practical Wood Carving

Easy Lessons in the Art of Practical Wood Carving

Author: Fred T (Frederick Thomas) Hodgson

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2021-09-09

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9781013334580

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