Description
Book SynopsisWith step-by-step demonstrations, detailed colour photographs, and reproducible patterns, this resource guides the carving enthusiast through potentially lucrative projects from start to finish. The specialised art of carving gunstocks is very popular with both hunters and woodworkers. Commission artists customise their clients' guns with a personalised image of a successful hunt as a commemoration of their catch. This resource provides carvers of all levels with everything they need to get started, including an overview of the special tools needed and a reference section on gunstocks and wood. Over 25 traceable patterns of game such as deer, elk, ducks, and rams are included, as are background basketweave and fishweave patterns.
Table of ContentsAbout the Author iv Introduction 1 Gallery 2 Chapter One: Tools and Materials 13 Chapter Two: Carving Fish Scales and Oak Leaves 16 Chapter Three: Carving Basket Weave and Acanthus Leaves 38 Chapter Four: Carving a Scene 62 Chapter Five: Patterns 68
