Bears are one of North America's most feared predators, but also one of the most exciting. Inside this book, wildlife artist and photographer, Doug Lindstrand, reveals all aspects of these noble creatures through stunning full-color photographs and detailed sketches. From the grizzly bear to the black bear and the polar bear - no North American species has been left out.

Inside this REPRINT edition you will find up-close photographs of bears in motion. Taken at various angles and in various seasons and colors, these photographs will help you to better portray the animal with accuracy in your own artwork. The author has also included over 100 detailed drawings - perfect for close-up views or adding texture to your artwork. Not to be missed are the author's reference notes providing exciting insight and information on one of nature's most magnificent creatures.

Containing 80 woodcarving patterns and illustrations for birds, animals and fish, this book provides general carving instructions, illustration detail for fur growth and feather shading, as well as guidelines for accurate glass eye placement and construction of wire bird feet.

Whether you are a beginner or intermediate carver, you will learn to create wonderful mythical creatures from wood with this latest book from noted author and carver Shawn Cipa.  Patterns and full-colour reference photos for a wizard and dragon (with full step by step guidance) plus an additional 10 projects including a unicorn, phoenix, winged lion, red dragon, griffin, sorcerer, mermaid and more.  112pp 

Tom has been going to the dogs for years.  Now with easy to follow instructions illustrated in full color, these carvings can be done by everyone.  This a great book for beginner and intermediate carvers.  64pp

This book is the essential starting point for beginners who want to learn the basics and create exciting drawings.  10 step-by-step practical demonstrations with full color photographs.  Drawing with a variety of media including graphite pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, chalk, pastel pencils and more.  Susie Hodge is an experienced artist, author and teacher who has a passion for art education.  80pp

Intermediate to advanced carvers will enjoy learning how to use power tools to capture the look of several dog breeds.  Detailed, step-by-step instructions are provided for the Lhasa Apso, and mini-demos are included for other dogs such as the Short-haired Dachshund and Great Dane.  Lots of tips and techniques in full color photos.  12 skillfully illustrated patterns also included for Pointer, Greyhound, Basset Hound, Boxer

Using over 230 brilliant color photographs, paint color charts, and precise patterns, Leah Wachter provides woodcarvers with all the information necessary to create incredibly detailed small animals from basswood that are big on character.  Step-by-step instructions accompanied by detailed color photos lead the carvers through each step of a field mouse carving project. Also includes patterns for an armadillo, skunk, and raccoon.   110pp

Inside this book you will find over 100 stunning photographs of deer in motion.  Taken at different stages and in various seasons and poses, these photographs will help you to better portray the animal with accuracy in your own artwork. Included are over 150 detailed drawings, perfect for close-up views or adding texture to your artwork.  110pp

This book demonstrates how to create all kinds of charming animals using pre-made BASSWOOD EGGS. You will learn how to orient the egg, establish the basic outline, complete eyes, ears, feet, and other detrails as well as painting the finished animal.   64pp

Alaska resident Lindstrand includes sketches, photographs and biological information for each species. In a new exclusive interview, he also shares drawing tips and photography techniques to help you start your own wildlife sketchbook.

These projects are perfect for the person who carves for relaxation and can be completed with the simplest of tools. Those who are more experienced will value a few of Toms secrets and shortcuts.  64pp

From the ancient Chinese to St. George to Dungeons and Dragons, these mythical beasts have had a place in the human imagination. Now with his own imagination running rampant, Tom Wolfe turns his artistry to the dragon. These are dramatic carvings that will challenge the carver and delight those who see the final product.  Go ahead ~ dare to try em!

Toms energy is being made available in a series of books containing his previously unpublished patterns. The first of these books contains a variety of animals, from dragons to mice and pigs to raccoons. This will be the source of many hours of fun and productivity for the woodcarver.  64pp

Debbie Barr carves on the wild side, guiding readers through all the steps necessary to create miniature animals from basswood, butternut, or walnut scraps. Debbie guides her readers through the carving process with clear instructions, sound advice, and over 200 color illustrations. This book will prove challenging for beginners and a joy to the more advanced carvers.  48pp

As always, Toms purpose is to help the readers carve their own project. He does this by taking the reader step-by-step through the carving process, with each step illustrated with a clear colour photograph. From the blank to the finished painted figure, everything a carver must do is clearly explained.  64pp

Desiree Hajny is known across the country for her richly detailed animal carvings. Well known for her carving seminars, Desiree now shares her knowledge and carving secrets inside Mammals: An Artistic Approach. This book has it all: reference photos, anatomy and movement, texturing, painting and finishing, tips and techniques, step-by-step instructions, detailed patterns. and EXCLUSIVE Hair Tract Woodburning Patterns!  Celebrate the natural beauty of wild animals as you create magnificent woodcarvings of your very own.  154pp

This book is an extensive course in animal drawing: musculature and bone structure, proportions, light & shadow, hair formation, feathers on birds, etc. House cats to lions, elephants to deer ~ this book has them all.    119pp

Dale captures this powerful animal single-handed ~ with carving tools! Discover his techniques with over 250 colour photographs and plenty of tips. An excellent photo gallery will inspire your imagination.   64pp

Tom brings his teaching and carving skills to realistic horses and takes the carvers through the steps of carving a frisky colt. Included are gallery photos and patterns for the colt's sibling and sire as well as several other horses.  64pp

Dale leads you step-by-step through the process of carving a robust and realistic polar bear. Complete, with concise instruction and detailed color photographs make the carving of this bear an enjoyable task for all.   64pp

Using both hand and power tools, Dale leads you happily through carving a howling coyote. Learn how to lay in the coyotes hair pattern with carving and wood burning tools as well as painting tips.  64pp

192 photographs illustrate every step and following the philosophy that you can only carve what you know, photographs of living animals accompany each carving sequence. Nine project plans and color reference photos.  64pp

Dogs are a favourite subject of carvers everywhere. Whatever your needs, this treasury of 90 patterns will be a valued tool. Clear line drawings cover just about every breed imaginable.  64pp

Includes more than 140 step-by-step photos detailing how to carve, burn and paint a wolf. The author also includes natural history notes, anatomy sketches and reference photographs for wolves, foxes and coyotes.  87pp