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Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Referen
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Referen
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Chris Pye
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:144 |
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| Category/Genre | Decorative wood and metalwork |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781565234567
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| Classifications | Dewey:736.4 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Fox Chapel Publishing
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| Imprint |
Fox Chapel Publishing
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| Publication Date |
1 October 2010 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
A comprehensive guide for those who want to learn carving, this manual provides a handful of lessons, including how to choose the best woods, safe tool handling tips, making cuts, and executing a variety of techniques.
Author Biography
Chris Pye is an internationally-acclaimed woodcarver and a carving instructor. He has been a professional woodcarver for than 25 years and is a member of the Master Carvers Association. His work is done mainly to commission, with clients including HRH the Prince of Wales. It ranges from architectural moldings to figure carving, furniture to lettering, bedheads and fireplaces. He is the author of several books on the subject including Elements for Woodcarving; Lettercarving in Wood; and Woodcarving Tools, Materials & Equipment.
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