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- 2010923804 abstract "Presents the process of creating an acanthus leaf as a decorative element. Step-by-step instructions teach drawing and transferring patterns, wood preparation, tool sharpening, carving and detailing, and finishing-- Source other than Library of Congress.".
- 2010923804 contributor B12087040.
- 2010923804 contributor B12087041.
- 2010923804 created "c2010.".
- 2010923804 date "2010".
- 2010923804 date "c2010.".
- 2010923804 dateCopyrighted "c2010.".
- 2010923804 description "1. Acanthus history and lore -- The origin of a style -- What is acanthus? -- Where to find the design -- 2. Design -- Good carving begins with good design -- How to draw patterns -- How to lay out patterns -- How to transfer patterns -- Enlarge, reduce, & adapt designs -- How angle of view affects design -- Drawing leaf types and scrolls -- 3. Preparation -- Proper preparation makes carving easier and quicker -- Wood preparation -- Gluing up -- Cutting out the design -- Roughing out -- 4. Tool care and sharpening -- The key to successful carving is sharp tools -- What is a sharp tool? -- How to spot and test a sharp tool -- Rough grinding and shaping the edge - types of bevels -- Honing -- Care of tools -- Handles -- Transporting tools safely -- Conclusion -- 5. Getting started -- It is easier than you think -- Outlining and stop cuts -- Grain direction -- Establishing levels and planes -- Creating motion and flow -- Types of cuts and tool control -- Creating shadow -- Back carving -- 6. Detailing the carving -- How carvings spring to life -- Veining -- Development of the design elements -- Stalks that crossover -- Leaves that roll over -- Decorative elements -- 7. Projects -- Bread board and pierced panel -- Preparation -- Bread board -- Pierced panel -- 8. Finishing -- Bring out the beauty of the carving -- Comparing color finishes -- Sealing or clear coats -- Priming your piece -- Metallic finishes -- 9. Photo gallery -- 10. Conclusion.".
- 2010923804 description "Includes bibliographical references (p. [126]) and index.".
- 2010923804 description "Presents the process of creating an acanthus leaf as a decorative element. Step-by-step instructions teach drawing and transferring patterns, wood preparation, tool sharpening, carving and detailing, and finishing-- Source other than Library of Congress.".
- 2010923804 extent "128 p. :".
- 2010923804 identifier "0764335065".
- 2010923804 identifier "9780764335068".
- 2010923804 issued "2010".
- 2010923804 issued "c2010.".
- 2010923804 language "eng".
- 2010923804 publisher "Atglen, PA : Schiffer Pub.,".
- 2010923804 subject "731.4/62 22".
- 2010923804 subject "Decoration and ornament Plant forms.".
- 2010923804 subject "Plants in art.".
- 2010923804 subject "TT199.7 .Y67 2010".
- 2010923804 subject "Wood-carving.".
- 2010923804 tableOfContents "1. Acanthus history and lore -- The origin of a style -- What is acanthus? -- Where to find the design -- 2. Design -- Good carving begins with good design -- How to draw patterns -- How to lay out patterns -- How to transfer patterns -- Enlarge, reduce, & adapt designs -- How angle of view affects design -- Drawing leaf types and scrolls -- 3. Preparation -- Proper preparation makes carving easier and quicker -- Wood preparation -- Gluing up -- Cutting out the design -- Roughing out -- 4. Tool care and sharpening -- The key to successful carving is sharp tools -- What is a sharp tool? -- How to spot and test a sharp tool -- Rough grinding and shaping the edge - types of bevels -- Honing -- Care of tools -- Handles -- Transporting tools safely -- Conclusion -- 5. Getting started -- It is easier than you think -- Outlining and stop cuts -- Grain direction -- Establishing levels and planes -- Creating motion and flow -- Types of cuts and tool control -- Creating shadow -- Back carving -- 6. Detailing the carving -- How carvings spring to life -- Veining -- Development of the design elements -- Stalks that crossover -- Leaves that roll over -- Decorative elements -- 7. Projects -- Bread board and pierced panel -- Preparation -- Bread board -- Pierced panel -- 8. Finishing -- Bring out the beauty of the carving -- Comparing color finishes -- Sealing or clear coats -- Priming your piece -- Metallic finishes -- 9. Photo gallery -- 10. Conclusion.".
- 2010923804 title "Acanthus carving and design / Bob Yorburg ; illustrations by Hans Sandom.".
- 2010923804 type "text".