Complete Guide to Architectural Carving : 7 Skill-Building Exercises to Master the Techniques

Complete Guide to Architectural Carving : 7 Skill-Building Exercises to Master the Techniques

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Book Description
From the most basic carving exercises to classic ornamental designs, this skill-building instructional guide provides an interactive overview of basic carving instructions and tools, while progressively offering more complex elements. Techniques such as carving with and against the grain and concave and convex carving are covered. An ornamental carving, the project through which concepts are introduced, can be used to accent any mantel, headboard, or picture frame.

About the Author
Kurt Koch is a woodcarver and the author of Carving Horse Portraits in Relief.

Complete Guide to Architectural Carving: 7 Skill-Building Exercises to Master the Techniques,Kurt Koch,Fox Chapel Publishing,1565231937,Architectural Detail,Carving,Crafts & Hobbies,Crafts / Hobbies,Decoration & Ornament,Decoration and ornament, Archi,Decoration and ornament, Architectural,Hobbies/Crafts,Patterns,Technique,Wood-carving,Woodwork - General,Woodwork Arts And Crafts,Crafts & Hobbies / Carving,Handicrafts

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