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A treasure trove of patterns and expert guidance for carving realistic birds, fish, and other animals.Professional woodcarver and renowned teacher Frank C. Russell is back with another inspiring woodcarving guide packed with patterns, techniques, and expert tips from his time as a power carving instructor at the Stonegate Woodcarving School.The book includes: • 80+ patterns for carving realistic birds, fish, and other animals (including illustrations showing fur direction and feather shading)• General carving instructions to help you build a foundation  • Tips on accurate glass eye placement, construction of wire birds’ feet, texturing techniques, and more Carving Patterns is an essential reference for every woodcarver with a passion for wildlife.

The professional advice and the sheer beauty of these projects make this title a "must-have" reference for every power carver. Improved performance, versatile attachments, and lower prices have placed power tools within the reach of every woodworker. Celebrating 20 years of power carving wizardry, this big book presents 22 all-time favorite step-by-step projects and patterns from Woodcarving Illustrated, the leading how-to magazine for carving enthusiasts. If you''ve been thinking about trying your hand at power carving, or are looking to expand your power carving skills, this powerhouse collection is exactly what you need. It features a stunning gallery of work and a complete buyer''s guide to exciting new tools from Dremel, Foredom, and other manufacturers. Covering everything from the basics of safety to the strategy for texturing feathers, Power Carving Manual, Second Edition offers expert information, insight, and inspiration from today''s top power carvers, including Frank Russell, Jack Kochan, David Sabol, Lori Corbett, Chuck Solomon, and Dave Hamilton.