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Relief Carving Wood Spirits: A Step-by-step Guide for Releasing Faces in Wood ("Woodcarving Illustrated" Book) [Paperback]

Lora S. Irish (Author)
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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Fox Chapel (1 July 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1565233336
  • ISBN-13: 978-1565233331
  • Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 21.6 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 30,783 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The definitive guide for learning relief carving. From transferring the pattern to preparing the wood and making the cuts, every element of the carving process is carefully illustrated and clearly explained. In carving a legendary wood spirit, a beginner will learn about tools and how to use them, how to create realistic eyes, noses, and other facial features, and how to add a textural element.

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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read this book but not used it to carve any of the subjects ,yet having said that i have learnt a lot about carving faces i look forward to finishing one of the patterns
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Starters Green Man 5 Sep 2010
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Not a bad book but could be better, as for the art of carving there are thing to be learned for new starters
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
A good beginning step by step book for wood carving. 24 Dec 2009
By Wind Blown Creations - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
I have enjoyed all of the Lora S. Irish's books that I have gotten.
This one is very good step by step for the beginner.
I would love to see her tips and tech for carving in harder woods especially oak.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
ONE OF THE BEST. 7 Jan 2009
By RAYSOUTH - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
As is the norm for this artist, a superb publication and knowledge packed.
Everything in this book has value to the experienced, or beginner craftsman.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Love to carve 28 Dec 2011
By Whitie - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Relief Carving Wood Spirits: A Step-By-Step Guide for Releasing Faces in Wood (Woodcarving Illustrated Books)It's been a great book for me.I carved the wood spirit on the front cover.
Lora Irish make it easy to understand from start to finish. There are other
Pattern in the book that I can't wait to try.
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