Complete Guide to Bird Carving: 15 Beautiful Beginner-to-Advanced Projects

Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated

mar 2022 · Fox Chapel Publishing

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· A comprehensive, all-in-one resource for the beginner or intermediate carver looking to refine his or her bird carving style and techniques

· An inspiring compilation of articles from Woodcarving Illustrated’s most notable bird carvers, each sharing valuable tips and techniques - from how to use a Dremel to achieve fine details to basic flat-plane techniques with one knife

· Features 15 step-by-step projects with coordinating photography for popular birds for carvers, including woodpeckers, hummingbirds, chickadees, owls, blue herons, goldfinches, and more

· Projects are presented in 3 sections organized by difficulty and cover a range of carving techniques, from whittling to relief and realistic power carving

· Includes insightful front matter providing overviews on tools, materials, adding texture, painting, and finishing

· Original projects and patterns contributed by several well-known carvers in the industry, such as Chris Lubkemann, Greg Young, Randy Conner, and many others

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As the leading how-to magazine for woodcarvers, Woodcarving Illustrated promotes woodcarving as a fun pastime and recognized art form. Whether you’re just getting started in the world of woodcarving or have been making chips for decades, Woodcarving Illustrated is designed to help you make the most of your carving time. Each quarterly issue is jammed with projects, instructions, photos, tool reviews, tips, and techniques. Expert guidance from the world’s most talented carvers helps you to complete more projects and hone your skills.