Give a GiftDear bird carver,
Welcome to the premier magazine and online community dedicated to bird carvers. The Fall issue of We Like Wildfowl Carving brings you top-notch tutorials and informative articles to inspire and improve your bird carving and painting — wherever you are on your bird carving journey.
Bluebirds & Butter Butts
The bluebird of happiness comes in more than one variety; it all depends on where you live. In our Fall issue, we feature the Western Bluebird in all its colorful glory. Step by step illustrated instructions will help you paint the nuances of this colorful (but not all blue) bluebird. A printable pattern will help you prepare your block for carving.
Warblers have been called the jewels of the birding world for their enchanting songs. But it can be hard to spot them once trees have leafed out in the spring. Our article on the Yellow-Rumped Warbler — better known as the Butter Butt — gives you extensive background on this beautiful woodland treasure. A pattern and color guide will keep you on track to create this sweet little singer.
Decoy carving has been a time-honored tradition for hundreds of years. In our feature article, Born of a Waterman Legacy, learn the story behind renowned Cajun carvers Jimmie Vizier and Tan Brunet, and follow their journey from decoy carvers of necessity to award-winning competitive carvers.
Detailed Demonstrations
Dedicated decoy carvers will enjoy The Dollar Duck, an in-depth article and demonstration on carving a life-size Proddy Duck with your choice of two different classic head styles. Read the story of a quest to recreate an old popular decoy to make the most of a hunt, and make one of your own.
Did you know you can carve a working decoy out of cork? It’s a great way to practice carving bird anatomy. In Pop the Cork, you’ll learn how to carve a simple, straightforward hunting decoy with a cork body and tupelo head. Step by step instructions with photos guide you through the process of carving the body and the head to create a decoy you can use out in the field.
Our Summer issue featured an article on carving a bust of an American goshawk, aka Ghost of the Forest. In our Fall issue, learn how to use color and camouflage to finish a stunning bust of this stealthy bird. Read The Goshawk, Ghost of the Forest Part Two for detailed painting (and paint mixing) instructions so you can bring the bust to life and build a unique base to display your work.
Get prepared for your next woodworking event. We’ll give you background on Klingspor’s Woodworking Extravaganza, plus a listing of shows, sales, and competitions throughout the US and Canada. Looking to boost your carving & painting skills with new tools, books, or workshops? Check out our Buy, Sell, Trade section.
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Happy Carving!
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Editor, We Like Wildfowl Carving
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