Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 43 Summer 2008

FEATURES
Strategy with a Theme
Jim Arnold's clever chess set designs
Hobo Nickels
By Bob Shamey
Modern carvers recreate unique American folk art
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First Cuts
Bruce Henn, Dennis Thornton, Harley Schmitgen, and Jack Price share their carving stories
Carving on Turning
Modern woodturning masters embellish their work with carving
Woodland Treasures Jewelry
By Kathleen Ryan
The artistic carvings of Geoff King
Awakening a Passion
The work of professional Austrian carver Helli Mayr
Electronic Saloon Clock
By Jack A. Boggio
Detailed caricature scene is brought to life with recorded voices and chiming gun shots
PROJECTS
Checkmate
By Barry McKenzie
Novel chip-carved chess set is sure to become a family heirloom
Serpentine Walking Stick
By David Stehly
Staff and realistic snake are carved from a single piece of wood
Rugged Bear Bench
By Jeffrey Cooper
Rustic carving highlights sturdy children's furniture
Color Guard
By Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach
Suggest form and flow with a basic relief carving honoring the armed forces
Goat of Many Colors
By Larry Koosed
Charming folk-art design is easy to carve
Carving a Knotwork Brooch
By Geoff King
Basic techniques for carving wooden jewelry
5-Minute Wizard
By Tom Hindes
Beginner project is a quick and easy introduction to woodcarving
TECHNIQUES
Basic Relief Techniques
By Chris Pye
Learn the fundamentals of carving in low relief
Paint Primer
By Vicki Rhodes
Essential knowledge for a professional finish
DEPARTMENTS
Editor's Letter
From Our Mailbag
News & Notes
Tips & Techniques
Reader Gallery
New Products
Relief Column
Calendar of Events
Coming Features
Advertising Directory & Classifieds
Teacher's Corner - Sharpening V-tools
Woodchips - New Department