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Antique-Style Duck Decoys: Contemporary Techniques to Carve and Paint in the Folk Art Tradition

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After buying and trying Tom's first book. I was amazed that in the end, I had a decoy I could be proud of; all on my first try. I am not a stranger to woodworking so having a band saw and drill press helps, but you can always find a friend with one or order roughed out blanks on the internet. This book is a great opportunity to try another style of decoy. It is not a follow-on but stands independantly with start to finish photos and detail. The spring Woodcarving Illustrated has a companion Wood Duck Hen to the book's feature Drake. After talking with Tom Matus via web ring, the first thing I learned was this is art, not science. Variations are okay and his sketches are by hand. My first duck sits on my mantle, but it is water ready. That is the goal by the way. Nothing prouder than hunting over your own "rig"

ANTIQUE STYLE DUCK DECOYS, is one of those beautifully illustrated books that makes one say, "Gee, I wish I could do that." And, you can if you follow the excellent directions and illustrations of wood carver Tom Matus.

There are carvers out there that can reproduce a duck down to the pin feathers--all the finished art needs is a voice.

But, if you like the clean, simple lines and beautiful color of nature heartfelt, you wouldn't miss if you follow author Matus's directions to "the folk art tradition."

The importance of ANTIQUE STYLE DUCK DECOYS is the revelation of a person who loves the simple truth of form and the intricates of nature.

For a person, like me, who does a better job carving their fingers than forming wood, this book takes a lot of effort out of the learning curve.

Another great book by Tom Matus. I finished both projects in the book and I'am very pleased with the results. The book has great pictures and clear instructions. Tom tells you how to carve, paint and antique birds. The wood duck was a hard paint job for me but the end result was worth it. Thanks J. Mallory

I found this book full of worthwhile information, from carving the duck through applying the finish. One of the best books I ever read on this subject.

great book and good illustrations. perfect reference material. I have all of Tom's books.

Very good book to help me in carving ducks. Some great info on how to do different ways of carving.

Tom is a straight shooter he has something to offer everyone and the beginner is certainly in line for a simple abstarct decoy for hunting and then maybe some more if you read his other books. Nice Reference.