Great Book of Carving Patterns: 200 Ideas for Woodcarving Projects
- ISBN-10
- 1565238680
- ISBN-13
- 9781565238688
- Category
- Wood-carving
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2015
- Author
- Lora S. Irish
Description
"If you've been wondering where to find inspiration for your next carving project, look no further. This treasure trove of classic designs from internationally recognized artist Lora S. Irish is for you. Inside you'll find 200 original patterns that make wonderful subjects for both relief and power carving. This comprehensive collection will provide any woodcarving artist with a virtually unlimited design resource. From buffalo to bears, from wood spirits to wild horses, from sailboats to the Statue of Liberty, this wide-ranging collection covers all of today's most popular subjects. Easy-to-reproduce outline patterns are ready to transfer to your next project. Each pattern can be used individually, in combination with others in the book, or as inspiration for creating new original art. This treasure trove of classic woodcarving designs offers 200 patterns in popular subjects, ideal for either relief or power carving. From buffalo to bears, from wood spirits to wild horses, from sailboats to the Statue of Liberty, this wide-ranging collection covers all of today's most popular subjects. Easy-to-reproduce outline patterns are ready to transfer to your project. Each pattern can be used individually, in combination with others in the book, or as inspiration for creating new original art."--Publisher's annotation.
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