Carving the Little Guys: Easy Techniques for Beginning Woodcarvers

Randich, Keith

ISBN 10: 1565237757 / ISBN 13: 9781565237759

Published by Fox Chapel Publishing, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Carving the Little Guys: Easy Techniques for Beginning Woodcarvers
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1565237757
• ISBN 13: 9781565237759
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Discover how to carve expressive and humorous characters with this beginner-friendly guide to caricature carving!

Carving the Little Guys is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning woodcarving. Author Keith Randich provides an easy-to-follow introduction filled with practical lessons and clear instruction for creating fun and charming Little Guys from a simple block of wood.

Inside this skill-building guide you will find:

• Step-by-step color photographs that show each stage of the carving process
• Skill-building practice exercises to develop your technique and confidence
• Expert tips for adding faces, ears, hats, hands, and feet
• Clear instruction on finishing and painting your Little Guy
• Essential guidance on wood selection, knives, honing, sharpening, and safety

Randich takes you cut by cut through the process, revealing how to capture personality with cleverly exaggerated features such as noses, bellies, boots, and shoes. Whether you are brand new to woodcarving or want to focus on caricature carving, this easy-to-use tutorial makes it simple to get started.

Create a variety of characters with one basic pattern:

With just a few small changes in the carving, you can transform your Little Guy into a Soldier, Hunter, Fireman, Doctor, Fisherman, or even a Little Gal. The possibilities are endless and each new project helps you improve your skills.

Why you will love this book:

• Ideal for beginners who want to learn carving in a simple, approachable way
• Fun projects that result in charming keepsakes or thoughtful handmade gifts
• A rewarding new hobby that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and relaxation

Carving the Little Guys is more than just a how-to manual. It is an introduction to the joy of woodcarving, teaching you to create projects that make people smile while giving you the confidence to continue carving and improving your skills!

About the Author

Keith Randich is the Information Technology Director for the city of Atlantic Beach, Florida, but in his spare time likes to carve wood. He has published several books including Old Time Whittling and Carving the Little Sailors, and has written and been featured in many popular woodcarving magazines such as Wood Magazine, Popular Woodworking, Woodcarving Magazine, Weekend Woodworker, and The Router Magazine.