Carving Traditional Woodspirits with Tom Wolfe

Автор: Tom Wolfe
Название: Traditional Santa Carving with Tom Wolfe
ISBN: 0887403662 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780887403668
Издательство: Schiffer
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Цена: 15720.00 T
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Описание: After the great success of Santa and His Friends, Tom Wolfe presents a group of traditional Santas that have been found in American Art, literature, and advertising since the 1860s and have a warm place in the imaginations of children and the memories of adults. With easy to follow, step-by-step instructions accompanied by full color photos, this is a great book for the beginning and intermediate carver.

Автор: Paul White
Название: Carving a Traditional Cape Cod Sign
ISBN: 0887405754 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780887405754
Издательство: Schiffer
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Цена: 14510.00 T
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Описание: Wherever you are in America you see the influence of the Cape Cod sign. The incised carved letters glistening with gold leaf make a warm invitation to home or business. The decorative carved shells or scrolls reveal the carvers art. Among the most respected and talented carvers is Paul White of E. Sandwich, Massachusetts. He has received national recognition in both the carving and sign-making worlds, and has taught hundreds of students over the years. In this wonderful new book he takes the reader step-by-step through the process of carving a quarterboard, beginning with the layout of the letters and pattern, and continuing through the gilding. A complete alphabet is included so you can create your own sign. There is also a gallery to help the carver develop his or her own design. Each step is illustrated in full color, with concise instructions that make this an invaluable book for both the novice and experienced carver.

Автор: Georg Keilhofer
Название: Georg Keilhofer`s Traditional Carving
ISBN: 0887407854 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780887407857
Издательство: Schiffer
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Цена: 15720.00 T
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Описание: Germany has long been thought of as the Mecca of wood-carving. The wood-carving tradition goes back hundreds of years, and the carving schools continue to produce wonderful craftspeople. For those who cant make the trip to Germany, Georg Keilhofer is the next best thing. Trained in German carving techniques, he shares them with students in his studio, and now in this new book. Here are the basic skills of relief carving. Step-by-step he takes the reader through tool selection, under-standing wood, and carving techniques are presented in a clear and concise way. The result is a project of which the carver will be proud.