Carving the Native American: Step-by-Step Techniques for Carving & Finishing (Fox Chapel Publishing)

Carving the Native American is a step-by-step guide to creating an expressive bust of a Native American, covering all aspects of the process from clay modeling to finishing.

With detailed sketch guides, comprehensive instructions, and hundreds of photographs, this book provides practical techniques and strategies for both beginner and veteran carvers.

Readers will discover how to shape a realistic face, block out their carving, and detail the tiniest curves of the face.

The author's original sketches and personal sidebars offer revealing insights into the creative process.

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in sculpting large lifelike busts.