Chainsaw Carving an Eagle: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide (Fox Chapel Publishing) Beginner-Friendly Reference, Easy-to-Follow Instructions, 4 Projects, Types of Cuts, Finishing, Wood Selection, & More

Discover the artistic potential of your chainsaw!Beginner-friendly guide to the art of chainsaw carving eagles4 step-by-step projects, progressing in difficulty, for carving realistic eaglesEasy-to-follow instructions and high-quality photography to detail every cutOverview on tools, materials, safety, basic chainsaw cuts, finishing, and moreWhether you're a chainsaw craftsman searching for inspiration or you're just getting started, this book will have you developing your skills and showcasing your talents!Jamie Doeren, author of Chainsaw Carving a Bear, and Dennis Roghair—both nationally recognized award-winning chainsaw carvers—instruct you on how to create the USA's national symbol from a tree trunk or log.Inside this book, you'll find everything you need to carve with confidence, including an overview of the chainsaw, safety, wood selection and preparation, step-by-step instructions, and 4 chainsaw carving projects. With years of experience behind every page, you'll also find reference photos, a handy resource guide, and an extensive gallery that offers inspiration for your future chainsaw carvings.Inside this book, the authors have teamed up to show you how to transform an ordinary log into an extraordinary icon: the American bald eagle. Create four step-by-step projects with your chainsaw:Eagle's HeadEagle with a FishSoaring EagleEagle BenchChainsaw Carving an Eagle provides valuable information for all skill levels regarding safety techniques, proper equipment, wood selection, carving techniques, and finishing options.Take your carving skills outdoors and learn the secrets of transforming an ordinary piece of wood into a striking work of art. Whether you're discovering the artistic potential of the chainsaw for the first time or have been carving with it for years, Chainsaw Carving an Eagle is for you! Read more