Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 42 Spring 2008

FEATURESThe Work of Joe WannamakerBy Bob DuncanLate teacher shared his passion with a generation of carversBest of ShowAward-winning carvings from across the countryFirst CutsA carver's journey to becoming a member of the Caricature Carvers of AmericaOn The Wild Side With Jeffrey CooperBy Kathleen RyanQuality craftsmanship and wildlife carvings combine for delightfully whimsical furniturePROJECTSClassic Ball in CageBy Addison 'Dusty' DussingerThis old-time whittling project is fun to carve and a real attention-getterMaking Free-form, Custom Wooden BoxesBy Mike BurtonThis lesson in joinery and 'feeling' the wood produces boxes that are a joy to hold and touchElegant Oak Leaf Mantel ClockBy Wayne BartonCreate a treasured family heirloom with easy, positive image chip-carving techniquesCustom Presentation PlaqueBy Floyd L. TruittChange the relief-carved elements for a personalized awardStylish BirdhouseBy Barry McKenzieRelief-carved shingles and graceful designs adorn this essential songbird houseKolrosing: Norwegian Line CarvingBy Judy RitgerEasy-to-learn carving technique produces beautiful decorative designsTECHNIQUESLine Carving: Three Simple StylesBy Chris PyeMaster the basics of drawing with a veinerExpress Yourself!By Jim FarrPhotography by Roger SchroederConvey emotions with exaggerated facial expressionsRealistic Skin TonesBy Lora S. IrishSimple mixtures and techniques to create a variety of flesh colorsCut Your Own Carving BlanksBy Mark DuginskiSimple technique reduces the time you spend roughing out a carvingAll About Files, Rasps, & RifflersBy Roger SchroederThese versatile tools have a wide range of carving usesWoodburning EyesBy Carole Jean BoydFoolproof method makes it easyDEPARTMENTSEditor's LetterFrom Our MailbagNews & NotesTips & TechniquesReader GalleryNew ProductsRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAdvertising Directory & ClassifiedsTeacher's Corner - Brush Cleaning