Carving a Bear in Soapstone by Tasha Unninayar (English) Paperback Book

The Nile on eBay Carving a Bear in Soapstone by Tasha Unninayar Bears are a symbol of strength in many cultures. They also have a certain protectiveness and prowess about them – characteristics that are easily seen in this soapstone carving of a standing bear. Illustrated, step-by-step directions provide techniques for carving, from designing the bear to adding the final polish. Chapters include carving the waist and belly, head and shoulders, legs and tail, and its ears and snout. A gallery of completed projects will inspire your own creativity. The soapstone’s soft texture makes it an easy and popular material for carving the bear’s many features. This book is perfect for carvers and woodworkers of all skill levels. AUTHOR: Lynn Bartlett has been selling sculpture quality soft stones for people to carve for 20 years. Tasha Unninayar has pursued the arts from a young age, from sculpting to photography and graphic design. Dawn Hartwig is an accomplished artist and teaches classes on a regular basis. She has been carving stone for over 20 years. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Lynn Bartlett has been selling sculpture quality soft stones for people to carve for 20 years. Tasha Unninayar has pursued the arts from a young age, from sculpting to photography and graphic design. Dawn Hartwig is an accomplished artist and teaches classes on a regular basis. She has been carving stone for over 20 years. Long Description Bears are a symbol of strength in many cultures. They also have a certain protectiveness and prowess about them – characteristics that are easily seen in this soapstone carving of a standing bear. Illustrated, step-by-step directions provide techniques for carving, from designing the bear to adding the final polish. Chapters include carving the waist and belly, head and shoulders, legs and tail, and its ears and snout. A gallery of completed projects will inspire your own creativity. The soapstone’s soft texture makes it an easy and popular material for carving the bear’s many features. This book is perfect for carvers and woodworkers of all skill levels. Feature The strength and beauty of the bear comes alive when carved in soapstone Step-by-step directions for drawing and carving Tips for sanding, finishing, and polishing Description for Sales People The strength and beauty of the bear comes alive when carved in soapstone Step-by-step directions for drawing and carving Tips for sanding, finishing, and polishing Description for Bookstore The strength and beauty of the bear comes alive when carved in soapstone Step-by-step directions for drawing and carving Tips for sanding, finishing, and polishing Details ISBN 0764340840 Author Tasha Unninayar Short Title CARVING A BEAR IN SOAPSTONE Pages 48 Language English ISBN-10 0764340840 ISBN-13 9780764340840 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2012 Place of Publication Atglen Country of Publication United States DEWEY 736.5 Illustrations 225+ color images Illustrator Dawn Hartwig Publication Date 2012-04-06 AU Release Date 2012-04-06 NZ Release Date 2012-04-06 US Release Date 2012-04-06 UK Release Date 2012-04-06 Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd Audience General Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd We’ve got this At The Nile, if you’re looking for it, we’ve got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items – you’re bound to find what you want, at a price you’ll love! TheNile_Item_ID:77307402;