Carving Found Wood: Tips, Techniques, & Inspiration from the Artists

carving found wood: tips, techniques, & inspiration from the artists

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Carving Found Wood: Tips, Techniques, & Inspiration from the Artists

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Book Description
Woodworkers of all skill levels will find inspiration and practical advice in this collection of the wisdom of 30 expert woodcarvers who create their art exclusively from found materials. Each artist is highlighted through extensive interviews, beautiful photographs of finished work, and step-by-step instructions for the techniques used. Topics include the qualities of a variety of woods, where to find usable wood, how to work with cracks and knots, and what tools are needed to make the best of what nature has to offer.

About the Author
Vic Hood and Jack Williams are professional woodcarvers. They live in, respectively, Fairview and Knoxville, Tennessee.

Carving Found Wood: Tips, Techniques, & Inspiration from the Artists,Vic Hood,Jack Williams,Fox Chapel Publishing,1565231597,Carving,Crafts & Hobbies,Crafts / Hobbies,Hobbies/Crafts,Woodwork - General,Crafts & Hobbies / Woodwork,Woodworking

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