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Product Identifiers
PublisherFox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-101565234561
ISBN-139781565234567
eBay Product ID (ePID)80461824
Product Key Features
Book TitleChris Pye's Woodcarving Course and Reference Manual : a Beginner's Guide to Traditional Techniques
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicCarving, General
IllustratorYes
GenreReference, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorChris Pye
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight23.1 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2010-006791
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal736/.4
Table Of ContentIntroductionSECTION I: CARVING TOOLS AND SETTING UP*Technical MasteryChapter 1: Tools of the Trade*Your Tools are Your CarvingChapter 2: Commissioning Your Carving Tools*Understanding WoodChapter 3: Supporting CastSECTION II: USING CARVING TOOLS*Getting to GripsChapter 4: Handling Your Carving Tool*Thin Edge of the WedgeChapter 5: The Outcome of the ToolSECTION III: EXERCISES*Good HabitsChapter 6: Simple Moldings*Surfaces, Lines & JunctionsChapter 7: Veiner and V-toolSECTION IV: RELIEF CARVING*Form Into SpaceChapter 8: An Exercise in Setting-In*Over the HorizonChapter 9: Low Relief*A Touch of DramaChapter 10: High Relief*Feel the FormChapter 11: Pierced ReliefSECTION V: CARVING IN THE ROUND*Entering ChoasChapter 12: In the Round: Baseball Cap*Making It Up as You Go AlongChapter 13: In the Round: Wren
SynopsisThe first step into a new craft can be overwhelming: Where to start? What tools to buy? What projects to begin with? Thanks to author and internationally acclaimed woodcarver Chris Pye, this guide is filled with everything a beginning woodcarver needs to know. Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual is akin to having a one-on-one course with a master carver. You'll learn what to look for in a workbench, the importance of commissioning your carving tools-there's more to it than just sharpening -and how to make exacting cuts and execute a variety of techniques. Like any good instructor, Pye includes practice exercises to make you comfortable with the tools and techniques so you can build your skills and carve with confidence. Pye's conversational teaching style will encourage you as you follow the step-by-step instructions and work on a number of motifs, as well as projects for low, high, and pierced relief, and in-the-round. With the help of Chris Pye, you'll learn to carve: - Four types of molding - A beautiful koi project in three levels of relief carving - A realistic baseball cap in-the-round - A charming wren in-the-round, The first step into a new craft can be overwhelming: Where to start? What tools to buy? What projects to begin with? Thanks to author and internationally acclaimed woodcarver Chris Pye, this guide is filled with everything a beginning woodcarver needs to know. Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual is akin to having a one-on-one course with a master carver. You'll learn what to look for in a workbench, the importance of commissioning your carving tools-there's more to it than just sharpening!-and how to make exacting cuts and execute a variety of techniques. Like any good instructor, Pye includes practice exercises to make you comfortable with the tools and techniques so you can build your skills and carve with confidence.Pye's conversational teaching style will encourage you as you follow the step-by-step instructions and work on a number of motifs, as well as projects for low, high, and pierced relief, and in-the-round. With the help of Chris Pye, you'll learn to carve:- Four types of molding- A beautiful koi project in three levels of relief carving- A realistic baseball cap in-the-round- A charming wren in-the-round, The first step into a new craft can be overwhelming: Where to start? What tools to buy? What projects to begin with? Thanks to author and internationally acclaimed woodcarver Chris Pye, this guide is filled with everything a beginning woodcarver needs to know. Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual is akin to having a one-on-one course with a master carver. You'll learn what to look for in a workbench, the importance of commissioning your carving tools - there's more to it than just sharpening! - and how to make exacting cuts and execute a variety of techniques. Like any good instructor, Pye includes practice exercises to make you comfortable with the tools and techniques so you can build your skills and carve with confidence. Pye's conversational teaching style will encourage you as you follow the step-by-step instructions and work on a number of motifs, as well as projects for low, high, and pierced relief, and in-the-round. With the help of Chris Pye, you'll learn to carve: four types of molding, a beautiful koi project in three levels of relief carving, a realistic baseball cap in-the-round, and a charming wren in-the-round., The first step into a new craft can be overwhelming: Where to start? What tools to buy? What projects to begin with? Thanks to author and internationally acclaimed woodcarver Chris Pye, this guide is filled with everything a beginning woodcarver needs to know. Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual is akin to having a one-on-one course with a master carver. You'll learn what to look for in a workbench, the importance of commissioning your carving tools - there's more to it than just sharpening - and how to make exacting cuts and execute a variety of techniques. Like any good instructor, Pye includes practice exercises to make you comfortable with the tools and techniques so you can build your skills and carve with confidence. Pye's conversational teaching style will encourage you as you follow the step-by-step instructions and work on a number of motifs, as well as projects for low, high, and pierced relief, and in-the-round. With the help of Chris Pye, you'll learn to carve: four types of molding, a beautiful koi project in three levels of relief carving, a realistic baseball cap in-the-round, and a charming wren in-the-round., A comprehensive guide for those who want to learn woodcarving, this manual provides a handful of essential lessons, including how to choose the best woods, safe tool handling tips, making cuts, and executing a variety of woodcarving techniques. Featuring step-by-step instructions for carving motifs, as well as three complete woodcarving projects for both relief and in-the-round styles, novice crafters will find quick success and encouragement as they work.
LC Classification NumberTT199.7.P868 2010
Bewertungen und Rezensionen
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- 06. Jul. 2025
Interesting book. I hope to learn much a...
Interesting book. I hope to learn much about wood carving. Book is in very good condition. Thanks!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 05. Apr. 2018
better tools and how to use them
Chris raises awareness of tool selection, preparation, and use that I have never considered in 30 years of self taught carving. His advice, photos and projects are well developed and clear.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 16. Sep. 2025
Great Carving Introduction
Great intro to wood carving. Everything needed to get started. Also has some good projects.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 18. Okt. 2017
Wood carving
Good book lots of information. And practical know how with tool set up.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 01. Mai. 2023
Wonderful resource for both new and experienced woodcarvers.
Wonderful resource for both new and experienced woodcarvers, the book covers a range of subjects from metallurgy, sharpening, and holding work. Excellent.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 27. Nov. 2023
Beginners must have!
Great introduction to carving techniques.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Jun. 2017
Great little book
Well laid out and perfect to get you up and carving in no time at all.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Jan. 2017
Carving
I liked it so much that I bought another copy for my teenage grandson. This how to carving book is not only a wonderful teaching tool for new carvers, it is a valuable resource that can be used by beginner and expert carvers alike. I love it!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 09. Mär. 2017
Book
Not quite what I expected but it will be ok. Nothing wrong with the book mind you just not what I was hoping for.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 01. Aug. 2018
Clarity for beginning woodcarvers
Clear thoughtfully written prose.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
