Woodburning with Style: Pyrography Lessons and Projects with a Modern Flair - Softcover

Easton, Simon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 156523443X ISBN 13: 9781565234437

Verlag: Fox Chapel Publishing, 2010

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This UK author transforms a classic craft into an art form that expresses contemporary style. This title examines the methods for burning tribal and celtic designs, animal prints like zebra and leopard, as well as delicate floral and leaf motifs. It includes photos of the author's gorgeous work that are enough to make anyone want to try their hand at this surprisingly easy craft. Simon Easton's brand of woodburning is hip, edgy, modern. He's transformed a classic craft into an art form that expresses contemporary style. The beautifully-photographed guide teaches readers how to draw with fire - otherwise known as pyrography, or woodburning. They'll learn how to make basic marks, like wavy lines and dots and how shading and repetition creates richly textured patterns. Easton calls his creations 'wood tattoos,' because each finished piece has a distinctive story to tell. The end result is the kind of decorative items you'd be proud to display on a mantel, hang on a wall, or give as a personalised gift. Projects include funky bangle bracelets, a beautiful wall clock and a decorated plate, as well as coasters, key rings, a door sign and more.

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Simon Easton studied a BA (Hons) degree at Manchester Metropolitan University where he studied woodturning, silversmithing and pewterware. His pewter napkin ring set was one of the MMU winners of the Pewter Live 1999 competition, and was displayed at Pewterers' Hall in London. He has won both a Precious Metals Bursary and a Grant from the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths in order to produce design concepts that he had developed. The common theme in Simon's work was a decorative and textural feel, often rich in embellishment or pattern.

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Discover a Classic Craft with a Creative, Contemporary TwistIn Woodburning with Style, award-winning artist and pyrographer Simon Easton takes the craft of pyrography, which literally means "writing with fire," and stands it on end. He describes his fresh, artistic creations as "Wood Tattoos," not only because of the visual similarity in the drawing and creative process, but because each finished piece has a distinctive story to tell. With his contemporary flair and creative use of pattern and texture, Easton will take you on a journey from the concepts and basics of woodburning to the tips and techniques that will encourage your creativity and develop your style. Nine step-by-step projects -- including coasters, key rings, and a wall clock -- are mixed in with expert lessons covering everything from making simple marks to texturing and lettering.Regardless of your artistic ability, woodburning is a rewarding craft that's practically infinite in its applications. And with Easton's guidance, you'll quickly find your own creative niche within the art form. So, whether you're a beginner or have been woodburning for years -- Woodburning with Style will inspire and inform you with its beautiful designs, expert techniques, and creative vision. Get Burning!

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 156523443X
• ISBN 13: 9781565234437
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 208
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