Carving in the Round

Carving in the Round

Author: Andrew Thomas

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781621130086

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"Carving in the Round takes readers on a journey to develop their understanding of form, design, artistic creativity, and technical knowledge in wood carving"--


Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual

Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual

Author: Chris Pye

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2016-12-01

Total Pages: 406

ISBN-13: 1607654105

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· A complete guide for beginner woodcarvers to learn everything they need to know to be successful in the craft · Provides essential lessons, from safe tool handling tips and choosing wood to making cuts and executing a variety of techniques · Features step-by-step instructions for a number of motifs as well as 3 complete woodcarving projects · Written by internationally acclaimed master carver Chris Pye


The Beginner's Handbook of Woodcarving

The Beginner's Handbook of Woodcarving

Author: Charles Beiderman

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2011-09-12

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 0486131262

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In this wonderful resource for both novice and veteran carvers, two masters of the craft present detailed instructions and illustrations on how to confidently carve animals, flowers, figures, and more.


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.


Quick and Cute Carving Projects

Quick and Cute Carving Projects

Author: Lori Dickie

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781565239074

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Learn the basics of caricature carving with quick and easy first-time projects that use just blank basswood "eggs" and a few simple cuts. Includes clear woodcarving and painting instructions, color photographs, step-by-step projects, and ready-to-use patterns.


Learn to Carve in the Round

Learn to Carve in the Round

Author: Andrew Thomas

Publisher: GMC PUBLICATIONS LTD

Published: 2015-07-02

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 186108742X

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This inspirational and informative book is designed to take the reader on a journey to develop their understanding of form, design, artistic creativity and technical knowledge in woodcarving. Seven innovative projects, which gradually increase in difficulty, introduce and build on important techniques for the reader to learn, practise and adopt. By working through the projects, the reader will become independent, enabling them to plan, design and accomplish their own ideas of form in three dimension. Each of the projects includes scale designs for the reader to use, guidance on what woods to select, a list of the necessary tools, a difficulty level rating, approximately how long it will take to complete and what skills will be learnt from making it. The reader is then taken through the carving procedure with clear step-by-step instructions on how to approach the form and details. Advice is offered on what type of finish to use, and finally the design of base onto which the sculptures can be mounted. The projects include abstract studies and real-life studies, aiding the reader in their exploration of the different art forms that can be created in the medium. Projects include:Wave, Fossil Form, Cat, Female Torso, Swan, Emperor Penguin, Humpback Whale.


Carousel Animal Carving

Carousel Animal Carving

Author: Bud Ellis

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9781402743627

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Guided by the country?s only professional director of a carousel animal carving school, even the first-time carver can capture the charm and nostalgia of an old-fashioned merry-go-round.


Carving Architectural Detail in Wood

Carving Architectural Detail in Wood

Author: Frederick Wilbur

Publisher: GMC Publications

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13:

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"A primer for woodcarvers in the vocabulary of classical ornamentation, and the practical skills needed to carve it."--"Woodshop News." "Blueprints are provided for moldings, volutes, rosettes, and capitals. The geometry of these designs is celebrated as the author brings these ancient motifs into making present-day objects such as picture frames, mantelpieces, and gateposts."--"Chip Chats."


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.


Carving on Turning

Carving on Turning

Author: Chris Pye

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated

Published: 2009-04-01

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 9781565234048

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This one-of-a-kind book from master carver Chris Pye illustrates how simple carved elements can beautify turned and woodworking projects. With expert tips and techniques that will expand your crafting talents, Pye provides all the carving basics needed to add lettering, decorative marks, piercing, and relief carving to bowls, plates, furniture, and so much more.