New Techniques and Approaches for Wood Carving

New Techniques and Approaches for Wood Carving
Author: Danny Victor Semenick
Publisher: Gordon Soules Book Pub
Total Pages: 168
Release: 1986
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780969258209

A professional wood carver provides clear instructions and how-to photographs for beginners to experienced wood carvers. The book includes the wood carving techniques required for most carvings, from the simplest to the most complex.

Wood Carving

Wood Carving
Author: Len Gale
Publisher: Raupo
Total Pages: 160
Release: 1999-02-23
Genre: Sculpture
ISBN: 9780790006635

The Book of Wood Carving

The Book of Wood Carving
Author: Charles Marshall Sayers
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2012-05-22
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486141071

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.

The Materials and Methods of Sculpture

The Materials and Methods of Sculpture
Author: Jack C. Rich
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 511
Release: 1988-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0486257428

"Promises to become a standard reference book." — The Art Digest. Exhaustive, profusely illustrated guide to all of the technical aspects of sculpting in stone, metal, wood, and other materials. The author expertly covers casting, surface treatment, exotic materials such as amber, coal, and even butter! Much more. 281 illustrations.

A Manual of Wood Carving

A Manual of Wood Carving
Author: John J. Holtzapffel
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 111
Release: 2019-11-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

'A Manual of Wood Carving' by John J. Holtzapffel and Charles Godfrey Leland is an essential guide for those interested in learning the art of woodcarving. In this book, the authors introduce the principles and techniques of woodcarving and emphasize its applicability to ornamentation. This manual is the first to describe the sweep-cut, a technique that is the key to good and bold carving. It covers a wide range of topics, from the tools and woods used in carving, to carving in the round and repairing wood carving.

An Amateur's Guide to Woodcarving - Including Chapters on Tools, Methods and How to Start Some Classic Designs

An Amateur's Guide to Woodcarving - Including Chapters on Tools, Methods and How to Start Some Classic Designs
Author: Anon
Publisher: Gilman Press
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2012-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781447443858

This text contains a detailed and concise guide to decorative woodcarving, and includes information on tools, techniques, and designs. Complete with a plethora of helpful illustrations and all the information one might need to know to get started, this helpful handbook is perfect for the beginner and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. Although designed with the amateur in mind, there will also be much information of value to those with experience, and this text not to be missed by the discerning woodworker. The chapters of this book include: Wood Carving, Tools, Fixing the Work, Method of Working Perforated Carving, Oak Leaves and Acorns, Carved Inkstands, Bread Platter, Scroll Work, The Old Oak Chest, Specimen of Wood Carving, Carving Turned Wood... and more. This antiquarian book has been chosen for modern republication because of its significant educational value, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on decorative woodwork."

Swedish Carving Techniques

Swedish Carving Techniques
Author: Wille Sundqvist
Publisher: Fine Woodworking
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-12-17
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781627106733

Provides instructions for selecting and using knives and axes to make traditional Swedish woodworking projects such as carved spoons and ladles.

50 Bird Woodcarving Patterns

50 Bird Woodcarving Patterns
Author: Frank C. Russell
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764359545

Soar to new heights with this helpful how-to on power-carving a variety of wooden birds. Featuring internationally known woodcarver Frank Russell, this guide offers expert instruction on a wide range of carving techniques and ways to improve your skills. Original patterns for a number of different types of birds are provided, along with detailed sketches to offer guidance for woodcarvers of all skill levels. The patterns can even be used for other types of three-dimensional or flatwork art if wood isn't your preferred material of choice. Each bird design includes textural facts, sketched details, linear top-view patterns, and colored side-view patterns. Regardless of your experience in power carving, with this guide you too can make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece all on your own!

Carving Blockheads

Carving Blockheads
Author: Stephen H. Prescott
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 49
Release: 1996-03-01
Genre: Wood-carved figurines
ISBN: 9781565230699

Finishing Techniques for Wood Crafters

Finishing Techniques for Wood Crafters
Author: Lora S. Irish
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 429
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607655012

This practical compendium of finishing techniques shows how to choose, prepare, and apply the perfect finish for any creative wood project, with beautiful acrylic paint techniques and oil staining/antiquing methods.