Hardcover. New York , Watson Guptill, 1st, 1986, Book: Very Good, Dust Jacket: Very Good, Hardcover, 144 pages illustrated in color. The author was a successful New York illustrator and tells us her working methods in this instructional book. Bright, clean copy in a similar dust jacket.
Softcover. Waltham MA, Brandeis University Press, 1st, 2006, Book: Very Good, Dust Jacket: None, Softcover in pictorial wrappers. Written and illustrated by master wood engraver Barry Moser, this primer on the art of wood engraving is filled with valuable knowledge including how to prepare a printing block; how to think in the mediums properties of line, shape, and ink; and how to transfer a drawing onto a block. It also offers practical advice on which tools to use for a project and which ink works best. A highly illustrated guide to this art form, Wood Engraving will be useful to experienced and beginner engravers alike. This book features stunning examples of Mosers art and skill to admire and inspire. "This primer on the art of wood engraving is filled with knowledge and instructions including how to prepare a printing block, how to think in the medium's properties of line, shape, and ink, and how to transfer a drawing onto a block". Clean copy.
Softcover. Guild of Master Craftsman, 1st, 1995, Softcover, 362 pages. Nearly 700 photographs and line drawings accompany informative text, exploring types, purchase, and care of woodcarving tools. Details sharpening methods and equipment; accessory tools; abrading; carpentry; electric tools, and much more. Modify tools to suit individual needs, and what holding devices to use. "...the Cadillac of books on woodcarving....It is more than just a craft-tool, project-oriented whittler's guide....Pye is a man who knows woodcarving...."--Arts & Activities. 8 color illus., 690 b/w illus., 8 1/4 x 10 7/8".
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 "Woodcarving Tools, Materials & Equipmentby: Pye, Chris")