Wildlife Carving in Relief Carving Techniques and Patterns 2nd Edition by Lora S Irish ISBN 1565234480 9781565234482

Within the pages of this convenient source, woodworkers will learn the art of relief carving—which provides the illusion of depth on thin wood blanks and plaques—through a step-by-step buffalo portrait project and dozens of patterns of wild creatures in their natural environment.

Imagine the beauty of a deer running through the forest, a buffalo standing on a prairie at sunset, or a mallard drake winging through the cattails—all skillfully carved in wood less than two inches thick. This is the art of wildlife relief carving, where elegant portraits of animals and birds are brought to life with carving techniques that are easy to master and applicable to any type of woodcarving you choose to do.

Join renowned carver Lora S. Irish at her workbench as she shares a wealth of expert carving information to guide you through the steps that transform an original pattern into a realistic and superbly finished carving that can be proudly displayed in your home.

Wildlife Carving in Relief begins with an in-depth introduction to teach even novice carvers basic techniques, such as choosing wood and transferring a pattern, while intermediate and experienced carvers will appreciate a section devoted to advanced techniques such as undercutting for depth and creating free-floating areas within a carving.

Step-by-step line drawings are included for each pattern, with shaded patterns illustrating depth and shadow. Genre-specific techniques for wildlife creatures are given exclusive study in this resource and include difficult detailing elements such as creating facial features and texturing fur, hair, and feathers.

Over 30 stunning patterns, including fighting buck, mule deer, elk, and fish, provide skilled hands with many new challenges. Additionally, you’ll learn how to add finishing details to your projects with woodburning (pyrography), Danish oil, and paint.

With 39 dramatic wildlife patterns to choose from and an abundance of carving styles to explore inside this revised and expanded second edition, the variety of beautiful relief carvings you can create with this book is practically limitless!