DVD - CARVING TECHNIQUES

Now you can acquire the satisfying skill of carving wood. In this video you’ll discover the basics of woodcarving, see how to carve an 18th-century scallop shell and gain an understanding of the production techniques of that era.

You will learn about: designing for letter carving; selecting and sharpening carving tools; carving roman and italic letters; relief carving; outlining; molding (bordering); backgrounding; modeling and contouring; defining the wings; carving the convex and concave rays; finishing the shell.

Sam Bush has been a woodworker for over 30 years. He operates a custom shop in Portland, Oregon, and gives frequent workshops.

Mack Headley, Jr., who specializes in 18th-century furniture making, is Master Cabinetmaker at Colonial Williamsburg.

Color. 85 min. USA