BASICS WOODCARVING BASICS - Softcover

Bridgewater, Alan; Bridgewater, Gill

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9780806913346: BASICS WOODCARVING BASICS

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0806913347 ISBN 13: 9780806913346

Publisher: Sterling, 1996

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Two of the world's best-selling authors on woodcarving for the first time have created an introduction to the craft with emphasis on the woodcarver's tools: choosing your basic set, understanding the special capacities of each knife, knowing the rich tradition behind each type of blade and handle, the various ways of keeping them sharp and well maintained, and, of course, instructions on how to get the results you want. Over 150 photos and nearly 300 illustrations fill every chapter with inspirational examples of the woodcarver's art, along with the word-and-picture setups that show you what to do at every step.

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"...a fine introduction to the art of woodcarving....Coverage of the basics of trees, wood, and lumber is accomplished quite well. Gentle and practical explanations of the basic tools, safety, carving, and sharpening techniques, in text, line drawings, and photographs, engage the reader. Discussions of more advanced tools and techniques are mentioned...Projects are interesting and require precision and attention, but the results are worth the effort... Well suited to the motivated beginner and useful as a reference point to the occasional but experienced carver. Recommended...." -- Library Journal

Synopsis:

Two of the world's best selling authors on woodcarving have created an introduction to the craft. The emphasis is on the woodcarver's tools and how to use them to achieve the best results. Over 150 photos and 300 illustrations fill every chapter.

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