Decorative Woodcarving

by JeremyWilliams (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $5.45

  This book aims to provide beginners and inexperienced wood carvers with a sound grasp of the techniques of traditional decorative relief carving. The reader is first introduced to the basics of selecting tools and materials; then follows a series of carefully graded projects which build up the carver's skills in a methodical way. Finally, various methods of finishing are described which will show off even the simplest of carvings to best advantage. - Choosing the right wood - Methods of holding work - Selecting carving tools - - Sharpening - Basic cuts - Chip carving - Design and drawing - Low/High relief - - Pierced carving - Finishing and polishing - Colouring wood - Workshop Safety -

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $5.10

  This practical manual is aimed at satisfying the needs of both the complete beginner, and craftsmen engaged in other forms of woodwork requiring instruction in relief woodcarving. The first part of the book covers the selection of tools and timber, fairly simple project work, finishing techniques and safety. Part two is devoted to more advanced projects including comprehensive data on texture and finishing treatments. There is a checklist at the end of each chapter highlighting the new points which have been covered.