Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 47 Summer 2009

FEATURESBest of ShowAward-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving showsSharing the Joy of Carving WoodBy Dave BrockBuild self confidence and provide a life-long hobby by teaching kids to carveFirst CutsMark Gargac and Fred Wilbur provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvingsExploring the Culture of Maori WoodcarvingBy Mike DaviesNew Zealand natives use woodcarving to document their history and honor their ancestorsPROJECTSMaking a Tramp Art FrameBy Jim SebringEasy chip cuts and simple joints make this frame an ideal project for novice carversHand Carve a Realistic WolfBy Dee GipsonWoodburn detailed fur texture on this classic predatorPower Carve an Eagle PinBy Al GronckiMiniature project hones your carving and burning techniquesCreate a Nostalgic WhirligigBy Vernon DePauwSimple carved features, spinning arms, and a rustic finish make this project a winnerCarving a Wren in the RoundBy Chris PyeWork with the grain and supporting wood to add strength to fragile areasMaking a Gargoyle CaneBy Shawn CipaConstruction techniques for carving a functional caneCarving a Watchful DragonBy Floyd RhadiganThis fun shelf sitter is the perfect guardian for your bookshelfTECHNIQUESHow to Select the Right Power Carving EquipmentBy Chuck Solomon and Dave HamiltonAn overview of the types of tools and different modelsCarving Realistic Wrinkles and FoldsBy Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach and Fred ZavadilCreate accurate details by studying how clothing relates to anatomyCreating a Simple ArmatureBy Marv KaisersattDesign your own carving with the aid of armatures and clay modelsDEPARTMENTSEditor's ColumnFrom Our MailbagNews and NotesTips and TechniquesReader GalleryProduct ReviewRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAd Directory & ClassifiedsWoodchips