Carving Faces in Wood: Beginner's Guide to Creating Lifelike Eyes, Noses, Mouths, and Hair (Fox Chapel Publishing) Step-by-Step Instructions for Woodcarving Facial Features and Expressions

If you are a beginner, or a seasoned wood carver this book is for you. The information in this book is excellent and the price makes it well worth it!! Great illustration's throughout.

I would call myself a newbie. I felt this book was very good for me. I have learned a lot in so much of it as+ I have read. I am working my way through it slowly because the content is so full of things to learn. I plan on doing the projects the author provides. It is really educational and provides skills learning, great book.

This is a great book with easy to understand wording and great pictures. Highly recommend this book if you're interested in carving faces or wanting to improve on your faces. There's so much awesome information in this book!

I've a large collection of books, videos and magazines on carving. This is the most complete resource yet. Thank you, to the author.

Excellent instruction, solid advice on tools and sharpening. Unfortunately I can't stop looking at the pictures, so I'll get to all that later. This is a fantastic collection of Alec's artwork, and is worth the money just for this alone. I have never been so inspired to learn more.

This is a very fine instruction manual as well as a showcase of Alex’s beautiful work

I have been following Alec on YouTube for a while now, and I knew I had to pick up his book. I am not disappointed a bit, as the book is full of valuable information for any type of carver. It has great examples throughout detailing how to go about everything to do with the face. I don't go for extreme realism in my carvings, but this book has helped me with proportions and fundamentals.I do not carve bark or large faces, but my whittle projects have faces too. I've been struggling recently with trying to get mouths and noses to my liking, and this book has helped me improve bit by bit.I am not a pro by any means but I can see myself getting better and better with each carving, and this book is going to accelerate my growth.

I found this book to show the different ways to approach carving a face. It is very helpful for understanding the different areas to carve a realistic face. I wished there were more pics for the hand carver, but eventually I might go to chisel .

Alex is a great teacher. After reading the book, I ordered a shipment of cottonwood bark, several tools that I didn't have in my collection, and subscribed to Alex' carving school. Very much looking forward to getting started with this new medium.

If you’ve ever wanted to delve into the world of woodcarving, particularly the intricate art of carving faces, Alec LaCasse’s guide is a true masterpiece. This book is not just a tutorial; it’s an inspiring journey through the art and technique of bringing wood to life with your hands.LaCasse's expertise shines through every page. His instructions are clear, concise, and beautifully written, making even the most complex concepts accessible to beginners and seasoned carvers alike. He has an extraordinary talent for breaking down the steps in a way that feels both intuitive and creative, without overwhelming the reader.One of the standout features of this book is the use of QR codes, which provide an innovative and incredibly helpful resource. These codes link to detailed video demonstrations, allowing you to watch LaCasse’s techniques in action. This blend of traditional written instruction and modern technology elevates the learning experience to a whole new level. Whether you’re struggling with a particular technique or just want to see the process in real-time, these videos are an invaluable addition.Alec LaCasse’s passion for woodcarving is evident throughout the book. His enthusiasm is contagious, and his deep understanding of the craft is matched by his ability to teach it. The guide is not just about carving faces; it’s about learning to see the world in new ways, through the grain and texture of the wood, and through the faces that emerge from it.In conclusion, this guide is a must-have for anyone interested in woodcarving. It’s beautifully written, expertly crafted, and enhanced by the thoughtful integration of QR codes that bring the instructions to life. Alec LaCasse has truly created a work of art—one that will inspire and educate carvers for years to come.

Tolles Buch

Very clear infomation and fantastic pictures! Inspiring.

It's very well made, it helped me bring my carvings to another level!