One of the first books in our new Basics of Sculptureseries. This aims to give the beginner a broad basic knowledge of howto sculpt in wood. Step-by-step photos illustrate how to go about it,and machinery is kept to a minimum so that the beginner can makeseveral pieces on a slim budget with just a few tools. The book isfilled with projects of increasing difficulty so that the reader canprogress in his or her skill level. The projects gradually become moredifficult, and in the final project power tools are introduced. Thisproject is also laid out as a hand tools project, so the reader can seethe differences and choose which way to do it. The book also covers thebasics needed for getting started: sourcing materials, choosing asuitable wood for the project and planning the project. Possibletreatments for finishing off the piece at the end are also recommended,such as using abrasives, repairing blemishes, and colouring, stainingor decorating the surface. Essentially a complete guide on sculpting inwood for the beginner upwards.