Carving Birds and Beasts


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Contains a range of projects for woodcarvers, including photographs and information for carving birds and animals.







Carving Birds in Wood


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Profusely illustrated guide to carving realistic and stylized birds: fantail birds, comic caricatures, bird totems, fetishes, dance masks, many more. Over 300 drawings and photos. Tips on tools, woods, pitfalls, finishing techniques.




Game Bird Carving


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Carving Realistic Birds


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Full-sized patterns, step-by-step instructions for robins, jays, cardinals, finches, etc. 97 illus.




50 Bird Woodcarving Patterns


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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!




Creative Bird Carving


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Describes the equipment, tools, and techniques used in the carving process, and offers step-by-step instructions for detailed projects.




Complete Guide to Bird Carving


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Featuring a compilation of 15 step-by-step projects from Woodcarving Illustrated, Complete Guide to Bird Carving includes wood carving patterns for a variety of recognizable birds, including woodpeckers, chickadees, owls, blue herons, goldfinches, and more. From simple whittled songbirds to realistic hummingbirds, this must-have project guide features various techniques on how to carve wood birds – such as whittling, relief carving, and power carving – and is perfect for tailoring to your comfort and skill level, from beginner to advanced. Also included are helpful overviews on materials, tools, adding texture, painting, and finishing.




Birds in Wood and Paint


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A comprehensive look at American miniature bird carvings and the artists who made them




Carving Realistic Birds


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A projects-foundation course for woodcarvers to create realistic carved birds. Starting with research and drawing plans, the reader is guided through the stages of carving, painting, finishing with fine detail and assembly.