Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark: Releasing Whimsical Houses & Woodspirits from Found Wood (Fox Chapel Publishing) Step-by-Step Instructions, Advice for Painting, Finishing, Cross-Grain, & More
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Learn the specialized technique of carving figures in tree bark!
Complete step-by-step instructions to carving a whimsical house and treeExpert advice on painting and finishingTips & techniques for cutting cross-grain, carving soft areas, bark carving tools, glues, and moreInspirational gallery of finished pieces to jump start your creativity
In medieval times, shepherd peasants believed that a spirit dwelled deep within each tree. If a shepherd carved a face into the wood, the spirit would be released, and good luck would be bestowed upon the carver.
Award-winning carver Rick Jensen—with the help of carver/photographer Jack A. Williams—will help you release the inner spirit from tree bark in this instructional book. The natural beauty found in a piece of weathered cottonwood bark provides inspiration and direction to create something new and original each time!
Inside Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark, you’ll learn the specialized technique of carving figures in tree bark. You’ll find step-by-step instructions on carving a whimsical house and a tree, plus detailed advice on painting and finishing your carvings.
Learn from the artist how to sketch out your ideas before carving or follow along with a series of detailed patterns of a variety of wood spirits. You’ll be guided through each step of the finishing process, to gain a soft, touchable finish by using a unique combination of lacquers, waxes, shoe polish, and paint.
Included is a complete guide to the various species of cottonwood bark and their particular carving characteristics—plus tips on the best tools to use, and where to find your supplies.
A step-by-step carving project of a magical tree house is included along with a beautiful gallery including wood spirits, animals, whimsical tree houses, and much more.
When you carve tree bark, no two projects are exactly alike!
From the brand
Who is Fox Chapel Publishing?
Fox Chapel Publishing makes illustrated non-fiction books, magazines, patterns, and videos for craft, hobby, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts.
We inspire and inform readers who enjoy woodworking, needlework, pyrography, home and garden, cooking, crafting, and more!
What makes our books unique?
Fox Chapel Publishing books are distinguished by gorgeous color photography, detailed step-by-step instructions, and superb production values.
Our authors include Brian Baumgartner, Lora Irish, Bob Flexner, and many others who are celebrated in their fields!
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ASIN : 1565232186
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing; First Edition (May 1, 2004)
Language : English
Paperback : 80 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781565232181
ISBN-13 : 978-1565232181
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.59 x 0.23 x 10.93 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book provides clear directions for carving on bark. The illustrations are detailed and inspiring, allowing readers to adapt the concepts presented. They appreciate the whimsical style and creative designs that can be carved. Overall, customers describe the book as well-written and easy to read.
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