Complete Book of Gourd Carving, by Jim Widess and Ginger Summit
Hardcover
COMPLETE BOOK OF GOURD CARVING by Jim Widess and Ginger Summit.
This is the first carving book devoted entirely to carving on gourds. It
is a definitive how-to book for fretwork (cutouts), engraving, linear carving,
chip carving, gouge work, relief carving and inlay using hand tools and
powered rotary carvers on gourds. See wonderful historical examples from
Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands and South America. Make intricate cutouts
with hand tools and miniature gourd saws. Discover age-old Peruvian carving
techniques using the handmade burin. Study how simple variations on a theme
can make dramatic differences in your design. Be the first in your gourd patch
to learn several methods of chip carving. You’ll see gouge work that’ll knock
your socks off. Be amazed by relief carving created using hand and power
tools. Learn how to use various inlay materials to create stunning work.
Includes a tutorial for using Inlace products.
The Complete Book of Gourd Carving includes the work of 92
artists. There are 625 full color photographs including step-by-step
photographic instructions. 192 pages.
If ordering this book by itself, please call 877-843-0770 toll-free. The shipping charge will only be $3.95 if ordered by phone.
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