Carving Realistic Animals with Power

Carving Realistic Animals with Power
Author: Frank C. Russell
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1994
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780887406379

Every power tool and technique necessary for capturing animals in wood, with concise instructions and never-before demonstrated techniques and carving sequences for transforming a block of wood into a life-like animal. With 150 full-color photographs, every step is illustrated. Twelve project plans are provided: a bear, bobcat, bison, elephant, fox, giraffe, horse, rabbit, squirrel, tiger, whitetail deer and wolf.

Carving Realistic Faces with Power

Carving Realistic Faces with Power
Author: Frank C. Russell
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780887404863

Finally, a book for power carvers by a power carver! Learn to carve realistic facial features with confidence and ease. Concisely illustrated, step-by-step directions for carving the human head. Disciplines and guidelines pertaining to facial layout and proportion are coupled power carving techniques. Ten projects and plans.

North American Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw

North American Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw
Author: Lora S. Irish
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 86
Release: 2002-04-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607658968

· An inspirational resource for scroll sawyers of every level · Includes 61 easy-to-use patterns of North American wildlife, including bears, wolves, eagles, ducks, rabbits, cougars, and dozens more · Features helpful tips, such as safety, what blades to choose, what woods to use, how to make inside and outside cuts, and more · Also includes helpful cutting instructions to aid beginners · Written by Lora Irish, an internationally acclaimed artist and best-selling author

Fish Carving

Fish Carving
Author: Bob Berry
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 164
Release: 1999
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780811727679

This how-to book has carving instructions for model rainbow, brown and brook trout, bluegill, largemouth bass, lionfish and queen angelfish. There are step-by-step instruction on painting rainbow, brook and golden trout, Yellowstone, Rio Grande and Lahontan cutthroats

Realistic Dogs

Realistic Dogs
Author: Jack Kochan
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781565232198

Written for intermediate to advanced carvers using power carving tools, Realistic Dogs will show readers how to capture the unique personality found in a variety of dog breeds. Readers will find detailed carving guidance for long-haired dogs, short-haired dogs and puppies, including step-by-step instructions for a few dogs.

Carving Patterns by Frank C. Russell

Carving Patterns by Frank C. Russell
Author: Frank C. Russell
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764324734

This pattern book provides over 100 woodcarving patterns and accompanying illustrations for 72 birds, animals, and fish. Illustrations of proper directional growth for fur, feather shading, and other detail features are provided with many of the patterns.While the patterns are the primary focus, general carving instructions for birds, animals, and fish are provided. This is an essential reference for every carver with a passion for wildlife.

Carving Realistic Animals with Power, 2nd Edition

Carving Realistic Animals with Power, 2nd Edition
Author: Frank C. Russell
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2020-01-28
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764358722

Every power tool and technique necessary for capturing the animal kingdom in wood is presented in this thorough and engaging volume. Frank C. Russell provides concise instructions and never-before-demonstrated techniques and carving sequences for transforming a block of wood into a lifelike animal. With 192 full-color photographs, every step is illustrated. Following the philosophy that you can carve only what you know, photographs of living animals accompany each carving sequence. Twelve project plans are provided as well. Plans for a bear, bobcat, bison, elephant, fox, giraffe, horse, rabbit, squirrel, tiger, whitetail deer, and wolf provide the carver with ample opportunity to apply newly discovered techniques. Color reference photographs accompany the projects. This book will bring enjoyment and challenges to all carvers, novice and professional alike. It will also guide carvers easily and concisely to finished works of art that they may be proud of.

Power Carving Manual

Power Carving Manual
Author: Woodcarving Illustrated
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 151
Release: 2009
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781565234505

Crafters will learn all about the various benefits of carving with power tools and how to master this technique. Additional information about power units, hand pieces, carving burs, materials shopping, and more.

Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood

Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood
Author: Desiree Hajny
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607657694

· A pattern book for advanced woodcarvers to create 12 adorable animal shelf sitters, from otters and pandas to foxes and raccoons · Includes 1 complete step-by-step wolf project, followed by 11 more animal designs all with a pattern, hair tract, and color chart for painting · Helpful tips and notes provided throughout to capture the essence of each animal · Projects can be done from a roughed out blank or a band saw cut-out · Written by Desiree Hajny, a Woodcarving Illustrated contributor and has taught several workshops on creating her successful animal sitters

Carving Gunstocks

Carving Gunstocks
Author: Jose Valencia
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764333705

With 250 clear color photos and concise text, Jose Valencia takes readers through all the steps necessary to create unique carvings on rifle or shotgun stocks. Learn to create and apply patterns, remove factory checkering, and use a high speed power pen and accompanying bits to create elaborate scroll, basket weave, and maple leaf patterns, along with realistic wildlife carvings. Adapting patterns to curved surfaces, sanding, and finishing techniques are also shown and explained. Seven patterns are provided for each of the carvings. A color photo gallery is also provided for further inspiration. Once readers have mastered the techniques for carving and finishing these patterns, they will be able to transform standard gunstocks into works of art that will be appreciated for generations.