Design, material, and technique: these are the three key elements of woodcarving, and this wonderful book of instruction and inspiration explores these essentials in abundant, glorious detail. 10 projects take you through the entire carving process, from the initial idea to the finished work, and they illustrate a range of styles and subject matter. Carve in relief, in the round, from nature and from mythology, and with lifelike realism and abstraction. Linking them all are thought-provoking discussions of the most pressing practical questions. Bonus: profiles of two of history's finest woodcarvers!

Author: Chris Pye
Details: Paperback, 160 pages
Dimensions: 8" x 10.8"
Published: August 2000