Art of Chainsaw Carving, Second Edition : An Insider's Look at 22 Artists Working Against the Grain - Jessie Groeschen

Art of Chainsaw Carving, Second Edition

An Insider's Look at 22 Artists Working Against the Grain

By: Jessie Groeschen

Paperback | 1 May 2014 | Edition Number 2

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Excitement, danger, and beauty are just three of the essential elements of chainsaw carving. This creative woodcarving method is capturing the attention of a growing number of artists and enthusiasts. International chainsaw competitions and performances, attended by large crowds, are helping to promote chainsaw carving as a highly respected art form that resides in a class by itself.

Award-winning chainsaw sculptor Jessie Groeschen takes an insider s look at the people whose talents, styles, and personalities make chainsaw carving so fascinating. With new artist profiles and colorful new photographs, this is the story of the fearless men and women who are carving out a contemporary art form for all to enjoy.

Art of Chainsaw Carving, Second Edition presents the diversity and achievements of this stylish art, from its early pioneers to today's innovative urban wood recovery projects. Readers will also find step-by-step instructions on how to carve a beautiful Sun, Moon, Bear Chair. Demonstrated by the author, this project reveals the fascinating process of using a chainsaw to unlock the raw and natural beauty of wood.
Industry Reviews
"A wonderful glimpse into a specialized form of woodworking" --Barb Siddiqui, WoodCentral "Inspirational and eye-opening with regard to the numerous ways of making art with a chainsaw" --Karen Tiede Studio "If you have ever doubted that Chainsaw Carving is a legitimate art form, this book is sure to convince you otherwise" --The Australian Woodworker

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