This pattern book contains 12 carving projects for a variety of animals, each beautiful figure designed to sit up on its own! Not for absolute beginners, this book isn't about the basics of carving, but instead provides those of intermediate skill with new and interesting challenges to practice and improve woodcarving, pyrography, texturing, and painting skills. From pandas and foxes to otters and elephants, each animal design includes a full-size pattern template, hair tract guide, color chart for painting guidance, and helpful reference photos of the finished piece from various angles, so you'll have all the information you need to create the entire collection of cute tchotchkes. With Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood, you'll not only have the cutest collection, you'll also become a better, more advanced artist! To begin, follow the step-by-step instructions provided to complete a loyal wolf project, from carving to texturing to woodburning to painting. Then, using the skills you have practiced and the carving patterns, hair tracts, and color guides provided, accomplish 11 additional animal projects on your own! Opening with expert insight on researching subjects, carving, texturing, woodburning, painting, tools, and materials, and packed with helpful tips and notes throughout to help you capture the realistic yet playful essence of each animal, this is the perfect book for any woodcarver looking for engaging challenges that will hone your skills.
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