The Beginner's Handbook of Woodcarving: With Project Patterns for Line Carving, Relief Carving, Carving in the Round, and Bird Carving
by Charles Beiderman, William Johnston
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Author: Charles Beiderman, William JohnstonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1988-08-01
ISBN: 0486256871
Number of pages: 192
Publisher: Dover Publications
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Book Review: Good low cost beginners book.
Summary: 4 Stars
If I had to pick just one book to get started carving wood this one would be in the running.
A book that will get you started in a hobby for under $8.00? That's almost unheard of. It's true in this case. If you want to learn how to carve there is plenty here to build your skills.
This book gives you projects to get started carving wood right now. Plus, it gives the tools and methods to design your own projects. I really can't ask more of a beginners book than that.
The projects are explained in clear language. The pictures are well done and there's plenty of them.
Most importantly, this book has plenty of patterns and designs to get you started. Yes, there are a few campy and cartoonish patterns, but there are also patterns based on National Wildlife Federation stamps, wild animals, Abe Lincoln, dogs, birds, etc.
I found it useful to see the level of detail for the various patterns in order to design my own projects. There is also a section that talks about pattern making.
I'm giving four stars rather than five because after almost 30 years it could stand a new edition with some updates for the computer age and new resources. All in all though this is a solid book and a steal at $8.00.
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Summary of The Beginner's Handbook of Woodcarving: With Project Patterns for Line Carving, Relief Carving, Carving in the Round, and Bird Carving
In this wonderful resource for both novice and veteran carvers, two masters of the craft present detailed instructions and illustrations on how to confidently carve animals, flowers, figures, and more. The authors also include handy tips on tools, techniques, painting, finishing, and even how to exhibit finished pieces. "An excellent book for all carvers." ? The Mallet.
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