Great Book of Woodburning, Revised and Expanded Second Edition: Pyrography Techniques, Patterns, and Projects for All Skill Levels with 40+ Original, Traceable Designs and Step-by-Step Instructions
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Learn to burn beautiful art from any drawing, pattern, or photograph!
Updated edition of the 200-page illustrated guide to woodburning by renowned artist Lora Irish41 patterns plus projects that slowly progress in difficulty for beginner, intermediate, and advanced pyrographersSkill-building exercises and technique tutorials to help you master temperature, stroke, texture, and layeringStep-by-step instructions and clear photos to practice patterns, plus clear guidance on pattern transferring methodsPyrography methods to help you judge the depth of color or tonal value for each area of your designNew practice gallery, seven new patterns, updated opening sections, new photography, and other updates to this revised edition
A complete and contemporary update to the popular resource for woodburners, inside this revised edition of Great Book of Woodburning, artist Lora Irish reveals her secrets to creating stunning pyrography!
Beginning, intermediate, and advanced pyrographers alike will benefit from more than 40 original traceable line art designs, detailed overviews on the basics of woodburning, a thorough practice section, technique exercises, and clear step-by-step instructions for transferring a pyrography pattern. New to this edition are up-to-date features on tools and techniques, additional projects to offer a wider range of variety, a new practice gallery, and more that makes this woodburning book a must-have for pyrographers of every level!
Author Lora S. Irish is an internationally known artist and author whose acclaimed books published by Fox Chapel Publishing have sold over half a million copies. Lora is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts magazines.
Inside this fully-illustrated 200-page guide, Irish shares her expertise and reveals her strategies for crafting beautiful burned images from any drawing, pattern, or photograph. Soon, you’ll be doing everything from shading to composition as you adorn furniture, jewelry, ornaments, greeting cards, and much more, using the directions provided in this complete woodburning resource. You’ll find exercises to master temperature, stroke, texture and layering, methods to judge depth of color and tonal values, and chapters on equipment, surface selection, and finishing techniques. All you need is an inexpensive woodburning tool and this book, and you’ll be equipped to woodburn incredible art with confidence in no time!
Experience the joy of creating amazing pyrography art, with Great Book of Woodburning, Revised and Expanded Second Edition!
“Learn about the secrets of pyrography from this 200-page book, complete with illustrations. The book by Lora S. Irish includes 30 patterns with step-by-step instructions. You can try the recommended skill-building exercises to improve your woodburning art skills, which are modeled on various pyrography methods.”
—Woodworking Trade
“Exceptionally detailed resource, both for the budding as well as the advancing pyrographer, that’s well-written and chock-full of beautiful projects that are sure to inspire!”
—Jenn Avery, award-winning pyrography and gourd artist
“This updated, best-selling book is a great choice for new pyrographers, as well as those that want to increase their skills. Lora has provided over 30 clearly written step-by-step projects with photos that gradually lead woodburners from beginning through advanced levels.”
—Michele Parsons, pyrography artist and author of Quick-Start Woodburning Guide and Leather Pyrography
From the Publisher
Inspirational Gallery
Get inspired to make your own unique creations with the included gallery!
Full-color photos of woodburned designs on:
Basswood Canoe Oar Walling Hangings Planters Thumb Drum (pictured) Envelope Holder Stationary Box And more!
Your Guide to Pyrography
Learn to create beautifully burned images from any drawing, pattern, or photograph.
Great Book of Woodburning, Revised and Expanded Second Edition is perfect for beginner and advanced pyrographers alike, offering more than 40 original traceable line art designs, technique exercises, and clear step-by-step instructions for transferring a pyrography pattern!
Includes skill-building exercises and tutorials to help you master temperature, stroke, texture, and layering Features easy-to-follow instructions and more than 40 patterns Updated edition includes additional designs for more variety, new tools and techniques, project gallery, photography, and more Author Lora S. Irish is an internationally known artist, author, and is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and to Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts
Woodburning Basics
Getting Started
Take a look at the tools and equipment you’ll need to get started woodburning as well as safety and maintenance tips!
Transferring a Pattern
Step-by-step instructions with accompanying color photographs will walk you through transferring a woodburning pattern to your preferred media!
Practice
Easy-to-follow directions are provided for basic woodburning techniques, like how to create light and dark tones as well as different textures. Make a practice board and use provided exercises to perfect your skills!
“Learn about the secrets of pyrography from this 200-page book, complete with illustrations. The book by Lora S. Irish includes 30 patterns with step-by-step instructions. You can try the recommended skill-building exercises to improve your woodburning art skills, which are modeled on various pyrography methods.” —Woodworking Trade
“This updated, best-selling book is a great choice for new pyrographers, as well as those that want to increase their skills. Lora has provided over 30 clearly written step-by-step projects with photos that gradually lead woodburners from beginning through advanced levels.” —Michele Parsons, pyrography artist and author of Quick-Start Woodburning Guide and Leather Pyrography
41 Stunning Woodburning Patterns
Beginning Projects
Summer Morning Sun Face (pictured)Dragonette ChessboardWild Rose CornerCeltic Stag
Intermediate Projects
Older-Timer FiremanWestern Horse (pictured)American EagleBuffalo Skull Dream Weaver Circle
Advanced Projects
Harrisburg Star BarnDragonThe End of the Road (pictured)The Philadelphia Derringer
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing; Revised and Expanded Second edition (September 30, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 200 pages
ISBN-10 : 1497103142
ISBN-13 : 978-1497103146
Item Weight : 1.68 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.9 inches
