Bruce Emerson Decoys and Wildfowl Carvings
Making a carving...
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I have included a few photos showing some of the steps in the carving of the American Crow from 2008.  Obviously, there are many steps not shown but this gives a rough idea of how a carving starts and the major steps it goes through.  Not shown are the planning steps, layout, detailing and painting.  I hope to show this on another carving soon.
 
 
 
 
 
  

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The pattern is made and laid out on the chosen block of wood

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The pattern is transferred and cut out

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Body rough shaped and wings inserted for fit

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Body ready for wings to be inserted

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ready for detailing, feather splits and barbs are in place

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primaries being aligned

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primaries being fit and secured in place

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Burning and detailing done, ready for legs to be made then paint

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Close up showing detailing and eye in place

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Finished product!

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