Carving the Human Face 2nd Edition:
Capturing Character and Expression
in Wood
Author: Jeff Phares
Size: 8.5" X 11" Inches
Price: $24.95
For anyone who's ever had trouble rendering the human face, the newly
expanded and revised edition of Carving the Human Face, is your ticket
to creating realistic portraits. From a world champion carver known
for his lifelike busts, this updated book includes new patterns and
photographs, in addition to valuable information on techniques for
creating realistic hair, facial features, realistic skin and muscle,
hats and head dresses. Phares provides tips for fixing common
anatomical errors, and information about proper tool use. An
exhaustive step-by-step project, that includes over 350 demonstration
photos, guides you from a block of butternut to a finished mask of a
Native American warrior. A gallery of Jeff Phares' amazing work will
inspire you!