Wood Spirits and Green Men
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Product details: Format: Paperback. ISBN-13: 9781565238565. Topics: Woodcarving: Mythical; Woodcarving: Woodcarving Patterns. Green men and wood spirits, historical symbols that link the forces of nature and humanity, have re-emerged as popular subjects for woodcarvers and other artists. This ultimate sourcebook for...
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Product details: Format: Paperback. ISBN-13: 9781565238565. Topics: Woodcarving: Mythical; Woodcarving: Woodcarving Patterns.
Green men and wood spirits, historical symbols that link the forces of nature and humanity, have re-emerged as popular subjects for woodcarvers and other artists. This ultimate sourcebook for carving these classic figures, from noted artist and author Lora S. Irish, offers a short history and evolution of the green man and wood spirit symbols. Two step-by-step demonstrations, for carving a Green Man and a Wood Spirit Walking Stick, are provided by renowned carvers Chris Pye and Shawn Cipa. 40 ready-to-use, original patterns are also included, along with a full-color gallery of eye-catching and inspiring photos from Clive Hicks. Inside this book youll find all the tips, techniques, information, and inspiration necessary to successfully create your own interpretation of this timeless icon -- in any craft medium you choose.