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

Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated, 9781497102774, 9781637410837, 2021946988, 978-1497102774, 978-1637410837

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English | 2022 | EPUB, Converted PDF

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Carve a world of birds!

All-in-one resource for the beginner to intermediate carver looking to refine their bird carving techniques
15  step-by-step projects for carving popular birds, including a  woodpecker, hummingbird, chickadee, owl, blue heron, goldfinch, and more
Inspiring  compilation of articles from Woodcarving Illustrated magazine's most  notable bird carvers, each sharing valuable tips and techniques
Learn  carving techniques including whittling, relief, and realistic power  carving, plus how to use a Dremel to achieve fine details
Insightful overviews on safety, tools, materials, basic cuts, adding texture, painting, and finishing
Contributions from Chris Lubkemann, Greg Young, Randy Conner, and many other well-known carvers in the industry
No matter your skill level, woodcarving birds is for you!

Featuring  a compilation of 15 all-time favorite step-by-step projects from the  archives of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine, Complete Guide to Bird  Carving is a must-have source of inspiration for carvers of every skill  level! It includes easy-to-follow guidance, expert tips, and wood  carving patterns for a variety of recognizable birds, including  woodpeckers, chickadees, owls, blue herons, goldfinches, and more.

From  simple whittled songbirds, a comfort bird, and an oval owl to a regal  eagle, a wren-in-the-round, a textured chickadee, a stylized goldfinch,  and more, this comprehensive must-have project guide features clear,  step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and easy-to-use  patterns. Explore various techniques on how to carve wood birds — such  as whittling, relief carving, and power carving.

Find projects  perfect for tailoring to your specific comfort and skill level, from  beginner to advanced, or to try something new:

Beginner Projects:
Regal Eagle
Comfort Bird
Oval Owl
Simple Songbird
Twig Rooster
Intermediate Designs:
Smooth Nuthatch
Tiny Woodpecker
Blue Heron
Loon Pin
Wren-in-the-Round
Advanced Carves:
Stylized Goldfinch
Baby Chickadee
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
Yellow-Rumped Warbler
Shoveler Hen Walking Stick
Also  included is insightful front matter providing helpful overviews on  materials, tools, adding realistic textures, painting, and finishing,  plus an introduction to power carving and tips for adding fine and  realistic feathers with woodburning. The original projects and patterns  are contributed by talented carvers in the industry, including Chris  Lubkemann, Bob Guge, Chris Pye, Paul Purnell, Randy Conner, Sandy  Czajka, Steve Tomashek, and others. The projects are presented in three  sections organized by difficulty and cover a range of carving  techniques.

Whatever kind of carver you are, and whichever  difficulty level you've reached, Complete Guide to Bird Carving this  exciting project guide is one you'll keep coming back to for years to  come!