Carving the Human Face: Capturing Character and Expression in Wood

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Author: Jeff Phares

ISBN-10: 1565234243

ISBN-13: 9781565234246

Category: Carving

This book chronicles all the stages in creating a realistic human face from wood. Illustrated with detailed photographs of more than 20 finished carvings, this book also offers a wealth of technical how-to information for woodworkers and artists. Helpful information includes advice on handling tools, tips for working wood to resemble the shape of skin and muscles, and hints on carving realistic hats and headdresses. Also included are more than 20 diagrams that explain facial anatomy and how...

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This book chronicles all the stages in creating a realistic human face from wood. Illustrated with detailed photographs of more than 20 finished carvings, this book also offers a wealth of technical how-to information for woodworkers and artists. Helpful information includes advice on handling tools, tips for working wood to resemble the shape of skin and muscles, and hints on carving realistic hats and headdresses. Also included are more than 20 diagrams that explain facial anatomy and how it relates to carving masks and busts. Shortcuts.ns.ca The photo gallery in the front pages of Phares' book will perfectly illustrate just why you should have this book, the author's' face carvings are spectacular.

\ Shortcuts.ns.caThe photo gallery in the front pages of Phares' book will perfectly illustrate just why you should have this book, the author's' face carvings are spectacular.\ \