Carving Little Caricatures

Carving Little Caricatures is a must-have guide for woodcarvers of all skill levels to learn valuable techniques to add personality and movement into a small piece of wood. Featuring detailed overviews on tools and materials, basic cuts, painting, finishing, and other essential tips, this complete guide also includes 14 caricature carving projects. From a Santa and a gnome to a mountain man and more, all projects can be carved with a standard-size piece of basswood.

Karen Scalin is an award-winning woodcarver at Artistry in Wood and specializes in tiny caricatures. She is also a member of the National Wood Carvers Association and a contributor of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine.