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Old 05-21-2011, 11:25 PM
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Default Realistic Human Face Relief Carving
I'm looking for information, books, video's, instruction, etc on how I can improve my ability to carve realistic reliefs of human faces.
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Old 05-22-2011, 09:12 AM
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Carving the Human Face by Jeff Phares is a very good place to start. I used this book to carve my Indian bust. I think it turned out well as this was only my fifth carving. Dan
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Ditto on Jeff's book. It's a great place to get help.
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Old 05-22-2011, 10:06 AM
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You might consider this DVD.

Sculptured Portraits in Wood with Larry Nowell

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Chris, Ian Norbury is second to non when it comes to carving the human figure as well as faces. He has several books and DVDs on the subject. Home - Ian Norbury Good luck!
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