Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 47 Summer 2009

FEATURES
Best of Show
Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving shows
Sharing the Joy of Carving Wood
By Dave Brock
Build self confidence and provide a life-long hobby by teaching kids to carve
First Cuts
Mark Gargac and Fred Wilbur provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings
Exploring the Culture of Maori Woodcarving
By Mike Davies
New Zealand natives use woodcarving to document their history and honor their ancestors
PROJECTS
Making a Tramp Art Frame
By Jim Sebring
Easy chip cuts and simple joints make this frame an ideal project for novice carvers
Hand Carve a Realistic Wolf
By Dee Gipson
Woodburn detailed fur texture on this classic predator
Power Carve an Eagle Pin
By Al Groncki
Miniature project hones your carving and burning techniques
Create a Nostalgic Whirligig
By Vernon DePauw
Simple carved features, spinning arms, and a rustic finish make this project a winner
Carving a Wren in the Round
By Chris Pye
Work with the grain and supporting wood to add strength to fragile areas
Making a Gargoyle Cane
By Shawn Cipa
Construction techniques for carving a functional cane
Carving a Watchful Dragon
By Floyd Rhadigan
This fun shelf sitter is the perfect guardian for your bookshelf
TECHNIQUES
How to Select the Right Power Carving Equipment
By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton
An overview of the types of tools and different models
Carving Realistic Wrinkles and Folds
By Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach and Fred Zavadil
Create accurate details by studying how clothing relates to anatomy
Creating a Simple Armature
By Marv Kaisersatt
Design your own carving with the aid of armatures and clay models
DEPARTMENTS
Editor's Column
From Our Mailbag
News and Notes
Tips and Techniques
Reader Gallery
Product Review
Relief Column
Calendar of Events
Coming Features
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