Whittling and Carving Horses and More
From the back cover:
From a diversity of wood and with a few simple tools, the skillful hands of a master carver bring life to the exciting world of horses and show you how to create carvings with seem to breathe and move. On these pages you will prance with the Persheron about the circus ring, leap with the Lipizzarer into the air, and run wild with the mustang in the open field. With the knowledge gathered through over 50 years of experience, acclaimed carver Eric Zimmerman reveals his secret tips and techniques for superb results. He has provided many drawings and photographs to help you make these exquisitely carved horses. You will be amazed at how the author has captured, with his knife, tender, peaceful moments, violent action, and graceful, coordinated movement as if he had used a camera.
Some of the fascinating subjects discussed include:
- How to copy prints or photographs for a full fround or bas relief carving
- How to finish surfaces without sanding
- The unique qualities and effects of different woods
- Breeds and their behavior characteristics
- The study of anatomy and its purpose in perfecting movement
- The different techniques of carving in relief
- How to make reproductions
Mr. Zimmerman also shows you how to design, cut and assemble a 22 inch diameter carousel, create to scale and authentic pioneer Conestoga wagon model, hitch a team of hrses to a tiny chariout, and create a vivid breathtaking, 22 inch high, mosaic style sectional wall plaque of a bucking bronco and his rider.
This book is in excellent condition with just minor shelf wear.
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Author: |
Eric Zimmerman |
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Publisher: |
Sterling Publications |
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Copyright Date: |
1983 |
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ISBN-10: |
0-8069-7706-X |
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ISBN-13: |
978-0-8069-7706-5 |
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Format: |
Soft cover |
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Pages: |
128 |
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Condition: |
Very good |