Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 46 Spring 2009

FEATURES

Overcoming Adversity

By Dr. Lawrence Varner

Decoy carver Karl Schmidt is a lesson in perseverance

An Introduction to Carving with Power

An Introduction to Carving with Power

By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton

Releasing a Wood Spirit

by Mark Gargac

First Cuts

First Cuts

Gary Falin and Doug Raine provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings.

Hate to Sharpen? Disposable Blade Carving Tools may be the Answer

By Bob Duncan

Inexpensive tools are great for detail work and small carvings

Projects

Carving a Troll

By Marna Holley

Disposable blades and doll hair make this project ideal for beginners

Painted Turtle

By Gordon and Marsha Stiller

Colorful reptile project provides an opportunity to experiment with contrasting textures

Build Your Own Carving Stand

By Jim Farley

Make your own custom version of a $500 stand for only $50

Carving a Musical Frog

By Everett Ellenwood

Quick and easy project is a fun musical instrument

Releasing a Wood Spirit

By Mark Gargac

Uncover the character hiding in found wood

Carving Custom Light-switch Covers

By Ben Mayfield

Add character to your home with relief- and chip-carved accents

Peek-A-Boo Jay

By Doug Brooks

Delightful critter splitter carving is sure to get a second look

Carving a Pierced Relief

By Chris Pye

Open Spaces add movement and drama to a relief carving

Creating Handcarved Magnets

By Fred Wilbur

Functional floral decorations are a lesson in traditional carving techniques

TECHNIQUES

Anatomy of Wood

By Everett Ellenwood

Improve your carving efficiency with an understanding of wood grain

Adding Subtle Color

By Lora S. Irish

Roughing and dry-brushing techniques add life to your carving without overpowering the wood

All About Punches

By Roger Schroeder

Add texture and designs to your carving with these simple tools

DEPARTMENTS

Editor's Column

From Our Mailbag

News and Notes

Tips and Techniques

Reader Gallery

Product Review

Relief Column

Calendar of Events

Coming Features

Ad Directory & Classifieds

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