Wood carvings by Maura
Ancient Arts Alive in the 21st Century
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The Paradise Door pt.4
This is a #9 gouge. It will be used to tool the
background.
Tooling is accomplished by taking small gouge "scoops" out
of the wood.
When tooling, the "scoops" should be random, going in the same direction. Dip the tip of the tool into the wood, push and then bring the tip back up and out.. Here I am trying to keep the cuts at about 1". Notice the chips are of a fairly uniform size.
Using a v-tool to clean up the border edges
Cleaning up around the forms, after tooling
Detailing the leaves
Mirror Images
The information on the pages of this website is geared toward the beginning carver. I have tried to speak in plain English and in a manner as to be easily understood. As carving carries the inherent danger of using razor sharp tools, power machinery and solvents, the carver (that, being you) must accept full liability for any injuries incurred and is strongly encouraged to be safe in all carving related activities. It is further strongly recommended that the carver seek out many different resources and become educated on the proper use of their tools and the safety involved in using them. The owner of this site (that, being me, Maura Macaluso) bears no liability for your injuries, or for any misprints, missing or incorrect information. It is rumored that a carving doesn't have a soul until there is blood spilled on it. Please don't let the fear of injury deter you in the creative carving process. No guts, no glory,- no pain, no gain,-be safe, not sorry.
Maura Macaluso
Staten Island, NY
917-494-0008
made in the USA
©2006 Carvin' in NYC
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Original patterns contained herein, may be purchased by individuals and used to
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To that end, the author encourages the use of purchased material for personal
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