[.ca] Carousel Animal Carving: Patterns & Techniques (ISBN 1402743629)

an excellent source of carousel horse carving information:
I bought my copy of this book after having spent a month at the carving school. (It wasn't out before I went). It is an excellent source of carving information for the beginner as well as the experienced carver. My horse is not yet finished, so I refer to the book often for ideas and help. Many of the things Bud had told us at the school I had forgotten, but were in the book. Everything he teaches at hte school is in the book except the one-on-one help. It is written in easy to understand language and carving terms are explained for the beginner. The pictures in the book are of those who work at the school and of students doing their own horses-not models. I recommend it for anyone wishing to carve their own carousel horse. It is an excellent gift idea also.

This book is amazing!!:
If you cannot get to the Horsin' Around Carousel Carving School yourself, this is the next best thing! Bud is a retired art teacher with a gift for helping you understand what needs to be done! The book has every element and every step needed to complete a carousel animal from start to finish. Lots of pictures. A must for the aspiring carver and excellent for the experienced carver as well. There are traditional patterns included, and information to customize your own animal. Whether you want to carve a horse, goat, zebra, rabbit, or something of your own design, this book is a great resource!

The Ultimate Textbook for Carousel Carvers.:
This book guided me through one of the greatest challenges in my woodcarving experience. After a couple of readings to become familiar with the process and sequence of operations, I began a project which has brought me more pride, and sense of accomplishment than anything I've ever undertaken. From the design stage through materials and tool selection, technique of workmanship, to the final painting and displaying of the project, instructions are clear and include many tips and tricks of the trade. Professional results are assured. For the first time carver, no clearer and concise guide is now available in my opinion. My interest in Carousel Carving encouraged me to gather many books on the subject. After reading them all, I return to this book for its store of relevant information and instructions on carving an Animal. My daughter is the proud owner of an authentic hand-carved Carousel Horse thanks to Bud Ellis and Rhonda Hoeckley's efforts in creating this fine instruction manual. An excellent companion to this book is the "Atlas of Animal Anatomy" by W. Ellenberger et al.

Carousel Animal Carving: Patterns & Techniques:
I think this is a great book. Bud Ellis provides precise information from how to have the wood prepared for carving, to tools needed to complete the carousel animal. The carousel in Chattanooga Tennessee is a wonderful example of some of Mr. Ellis's work. His book can't be beat.