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OverviewWhittling Woodland Animals introduces the simple art of whittling with 15 wilderness creatures to create from scratch. The relaxing and rewarding craft of whittling is synonymous with a woodland setting, which provides the ideal subject matter for this new book from seasoned woodcarver, Peter Benson. Intricately carved and infused with character, this collection of 15 whittled woodland creatures makes a perfect beginner's guide to the hobby. Making delightful gifts and trinkets for nature lovers, you'll want to carve every single animal in the book. Projects include: . Bear . Beaver . Owl AND MUCH MORE The main tools and techniques are clearly explained, how to carve safely and clear step-by-step instructions for each animal. A handy campfire-friendly size, simply grab your whittling kit and head out into the woods to while away the hours. AUTHOR: Peter Benson, Chairman of the British Woodcarvers Association, runs courses for carvers of all abilities throughout the UK. He also travels to the United States to give seminars and talks and is in regular demand as a judge for carving competitions. His own work centres on miniature carvings, including fantastic Japanese netsuke. He lives in Essex. His books published by GMC Publications are: Art of Carving Netsuke, Woodland Whittling and the Whittling Handbook. 250 photographs, 5 diagrams Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter BensonPublisher: GMC Publications Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd ISBN: 9781784946586ISBN 10: 1784946583 Pages: 136 Publication Date: 13 June 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews"""Beautifully, profusely, and expertly illustrated throughout with full color photography, ""Whittling Woodland Animals"" is an ideal introduction to the art and craft of woodcarving. Thoroughly 'reader friendly' in style, organization and presentation, ""Whittling Woodland Animals"" is unreservedly recommended for personal, professional, and community library Arts & Crafts Wood Carving instructional reference collections.""-- ""Midwest Book Review""" Author InformationPeter Benson, is the former Chairman of the British Woodcarvers Association, runs courses for carvers of all abilities throughout the UK. He has travelled widely in the United States to give seminars and talks and is in regular demand as a judge for carving competitions. His own work centres on miniature carvings, including fantastic Japanese netsuke. His books published by GMC Publications are: Art of Carving Netsuke, Woodland Whittling, the Whittling Handbook and Whittling Woodland Animals. He lives in Essex. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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