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Carving Caricature Busts
CA $19.14
Pete shares a great number of techniques and secrets in this volume, paying attention as always to minute details that make the difference between a good carving and a ‘great’ carving. This will be a welcome edition to your library. 80pp
One of our most popular book/cutout kits!
More than 100 step-by-step photos guide you in carving, painting and staining the salty Old Sea Captain and his first and second mates. Patterns are also included for making buoys, lobster traps and wooden crates to set an entire sea-faring scene. Includes step-by-step carving & painting demonstrations, patterns, and color photos of the finished crew.
Quality Basswood Cutout Also Available
Our cutout is all ready for you to start carving! It measures
approximately 2 1/2" x 2" x 8"
Eldon became a member of the CCA in 1996 and has never looked back! This book has over 390 step-by-step photographs in full color and excellent close-up quality. His section on carving faces, including a fantastic section on carving eyes, is phenomenal. The book is full of 'Tips and Quips' and while being simple enough for beginners, will offer the experienced some new ideas and techniques. A Wonderful Book! 76pp
Discover the creative art of caricature carving, and start making your own memorable versions of classic service personalities. Award-winning carving instructor Floyd Rhadigan takes you step-by-step through the entire process of carving and painting a gallant military figure. Patterns are provided for service personnel from the present day to World War II, World War I, and the Civil War. You’ll learn to carve interesting characters from the Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy (including Shore Patrol), and Army (including WACs). Floyd reveals his distinctive carving techniques and shows you the basics of wood selection, tools, and finishing, along with inspiring color photographs of finished projects.
With easy to follow, step-by-step instructions, Tom helps the carver bring the classic ballplayer out of a block of wood. Each cut is illustrated with a colour photograph. Fun! 64pp THIS BOOK IS DISCONTINUED AND THE PRICE SHOWN IS APPROXIMATELY 30% OFF THE LIST PRICE.