Seasoned woodcarver Peter Benson guides readers through the basics of whittling, explaining what equipment is needed, giving essential advice on best practices, and showing how to carve safely. The projects present easy-to-follow instructions that increase in difficulty.
Readers can hone their whittling skills as they make their way through the book.
Projects include: • A dolphin • A polar bear • A kingfisher
And so many more beautiful wildlife favourites.
Other books by Peter Benson: Whittling Woodland Animals and Whittling Walking Sticks.
AUTHOR: Peter Benson, is the former Chairman of the British Woodcarvers Association, runs courses for carvers of all abilities throughout the UK. He has travelled widely in the United States to give seminars and talks and is in regular demand as a judge for carving competitions. His own work centres on miniature carvings, including fantastic Japanese netsuke.
