Carving Patterns by Frank C. Russell
from the Stonegate Woodcarving School: Birds, Animals, Fish
Published on 31. October 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-7643-2473-4 (ISBN)
Description
A treasure trove of patterns and expert guidance for carving realistic birds, fish, and other animals.
Professional woodcarver and renowned teacher Frank C. Russell is back with another inspiring woodcarving guide packed with patterns, techniques, and expert tips from his time as a power carving instructor at the Stonegate Woodcarving School.
The book includes:
* 80+ patterns for carving realistic birds, fish, and other animals (including illustrations showing fur direction and feather shading)
* General carving instructions to help you build a foundation
* Tips on accurate glass eye placement, construction of wire birds' feet, texturing techniques, and more
Carving Patterns is an essential reference for every woodcarver with a passion for wildlife.
Professional woodcarver and renowned teacher Frank C. Russell is back with another inspiring woodcarving guide packed with patterns, techniques, and expert tips from his time as a power carving instructor at the Stonegate Woodcarving School.
The book includes:
* 80+ patterns for carving realistic birds, fish, and other animals (including illustrations showing fur direction and feather shading)
* General carving instructions to help you build a foundation
* Tips on accurate glass eye placement, construction of wire birds' feet, texturing techniques, and more
Carving Patterns is an essential reference for every woodcarver with a passion for wildlife.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Illustrations
130 b/w & 25 color images
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 217 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
653 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7643-2473-4 (9780764324734)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Frank C. Russell ran the Stonegate Woodcarving School for a decade, teaching power wood carving techniques to over 500 students. Among his other Schiffer titles are Carving Wildfowl Canes and Walking Sticks with Power, Carving Realistic Animals with Power, and Carving Animal Canes and Walking Sticks.