 Guide to Wood Carving
Carving is the form of woodworking where the cutting
away of wood is done by hand, resulting in a dimensional wooden figure. It is
simply the art of carving wood to make decorative objects. Basic Wood Carving Although it popular to this that you can pickup a random piece of wood, and a steak knife or of the kitchen and carve a piece of art, it doesn't really work that way. Having the right supplies, and the right piece of wood is essential to learning the skills needed. Introductory Primer to Wood Carving
Of all the art forms available to craftsmen, wood carving may well be one of the
oldest developed skill in man's history. Carved designs and accents have appeared in
furniture design, the building components of our homes and places of worship, the
household items that we use everyday, and of course as simply beautiful decorative
sculptures. Intermediate Wood Carving
After the
basic of wood carving are learned you can go on to various carving
projects. Some can be made in a short amount of time, other more time
consuming and intricate. Its important to find where your talents and interest fall so that you can concentrate in those areas. Wood Carving as Art
After learning the basic, and trying out some simple
project, anyone with advance skill can move on the wood carving for
art's sake. Doing it right takes time, talent, technique, and the
proper supplies. Wood Carving Tools
Having the right tool for the carving job, and keeping those tools maintained correctly if significant to any carve who wants to get a job done right. Technique and Woods to use for Woodworking Carving
Woodworking Carving involves having the right tools, but also
learning correct technique and have the right wood for any projects.
Once proper technique is learned it takes time and practice to master
them. What Exactly is Chip Carving?
Chip Carving is representative of the Chipping Away style;
it has a history of use in decorating various wood household objects including
furniture, and in creating wholly creative pieces. Although the finished chip
carved pieces often display an intricacy and beauty one may think is attainable
only by a long-lived master carver, chip carving can be surprisingly easy to
learn. Making a Simple Decoy So you want to make a decoy duck. Do you have a piece of wood laying
around that's 5" X 8" X 15"? Well, I didn't think so. Can you go down to
your local lumber store and pick up a piece that size? I didn't think
so. So go to your local lumber store and buy a piece of framing lumber
2" X 10" X 8 foot long. It must be straight, not bowed or warped. Most
framing lumber is some type of pine. Sight down the length of it and
then across the width of it. Is it bowed? If so pick another one. Would You like to Learn to Wood Carving
I know there are many men and women in our area and wherever the Internet reaches who would enjoy wood carving very much. It is very gratifying to carve a piece of wood into a recognizable shape. The process is very rewarding in that it gives you a sense of accomplishment while at the same time making you feel relaxed. Of course, if you love the thrill of competition, this hobby can give you that also. | Don't Forget to Bookmark our site.
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