Woodcarving

A Manual of Techniques

• Author(s): Reg Parsons,
• Publisher: Crowood
• Pages: 192
• ISBN_10: 1852237708
  ISBN_13: 9781852237707
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Art / Sculpture & Installation , Crafts & Hobbies / General , Crafts & Hobbies / Carving ,

Description:... This practical manual covers all the most widely practised techniques of the art of woodcarving, and is aimed at the first-time hobbyist and all those for whom woodcarving is an established pastime. Details are given on tools and their care, woods, basic techniques such as blocking in and inlay woodcarving, and the practical applications of woodcarving theory. Wood finishing is also outlined and a selection of projects to try complete this handbook on this fascinating craft.