Pyrography Workbook: A Complete Guide to the Art of Woodburning [Paperback]

Sue Walters (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2005

Woodworkers interested in woodburning will build their skill level through these three step-by-step projects for beginner, intermediate, and advanced burners. They will learn how to prepare wood surfaces before burning, how to transfer a design or pattern, and how to select materials for burning, coloring, and finishing a project. Methods for burning onto wood, leather, paper, bark, and antlers are detailed alongside ample pictures of pyrography on the various materials that will inspire novice woodburners. Numerous techniques are also discussed, including solar, negative, relief, engraving, torch, and hot wire. The most difficult area for burners—how to realistically create animal fur, feathers, and eyes—is addressed.

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About the Author

Sue Walters is an internationally renowned Australian pyrographer. She has won numerous international pyrographic art awards, including the 2002 and 2003 Australian Society of Miniature Art International Competitions, the 2002 Canadian Woodcarving Championship, the 2001 Ontario Woodcarvers Association Championship, and the 2001 Ottawa Woodcarving Championship.

Product Details

• Paperback: 138 pages
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing (June 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565232585
• ISBN-13: 978-1565232587
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,305 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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70 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Totally gradiently thorough! - beg. woodburning supreme!, February 24, 2006

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Jennifer H. Tavernier "fiddledlehangout.com/" (Reno,Nv) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pyrography Workbook: A Complete Guide to the Art of Woodburning (Paperback)

I am totally new to this craft - and after reveiwing/researching
many other books, went for this. I didn't have a woodburner yet - (exp - girlscouts 30+ years ago)

I found this to be absolutely gradiently wonderful! From know-nothing to informed with understanding on the tool, what it could do, and surprise! - a wildlifer I am NOT! But... the way that each project was broken down - I knew that instead of all the complexity, even I could now do it with a working knowledge and understanding!

Sue showcases everything she did with 4 basic tips - and has a great "texture" chart that if you are paying attention and don't gloss over it, you'll gain a lot in what tips produce what pattern. You come away with a major understanding of what the tips can do, and what to look for.

I went online and looked at woodburning kits, yet though some of the names of tips are different - if you know the shape - you have it made. I was also on a limited budget - BUT!>>>

I walked into a Ben Franklin's craft store - and instead of wandering and wondering - found a pen and the 4 basic tips - (close enough!) from Walnut Hollow - #5570 - Creative Woodburner Value Pen - 13.00. (They also have a website.) It comes with the pen, stand, the 4 basic tips, and the cord has an on/off switch.
The tips are the screw-on type, and they have tons more you can get. PERFECT and all there for a pyro tyro -!

Overall, BECAUSE of Sue's book, I was rolling, and off a day after reading it - she is wonderfully gradient and sequential, hits the fine points, has incredible projects included, and is just clear as a bell to read. This book is perfect for those new to the craft. It's well and simply written.

Buy this book! If you think woodburning was the simple girl/boy scouts, you have a major surprise in the artistry you can attain with this.
BUY THIS BOOK! BUY THIS BOOK! BUY THIS BOOK! love ya! Jen

56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Astounding Content!, September 29, 2005

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R. Cox - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pyrography Workbook: A Complete Guide to the Art of Woodburning (Paperback)

As a beginning woodburner, this is JUST the book I was looking for. So much content! So much detail info! So well organized! I had previously bought a $50 Pyrography book that had 329 pages, most of it Marketing Hype. Ms Walters had more info in the first 2 chapters than he did in his 329 pages. She covers so much of the style and variations that this would be a valuable resource for experienced woodburners. I returned the $50 book!!! Add this book to your library!!!

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Content!, February 15, 2006

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kelly (Ontario) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pyrography Workbook: A Complete Guide to the Art of Woodburning (Paperback)

I found this book to be the most inclusive pyrography workbook in the marketplace! From the basics of equipment and safety practices, to transferring images, to techniques and troubleshooting...this book has it all. The texture chart showing how to achieve a plethora of realistic textures is absolutely incredible. Simple and easy to understand and all with just the use of three nibs! I was amazed at just how versatile this tool can be. The 3 projects included are beautifully laid out in a series of step-by-step pictures outlining the progression of each work...so you can truly watch them come to life in front of your eyes. So many manuals are vague and obscure in their direction...but not this one. Details are outlined to a "T". An additional section on realistic fur burning techniques is a must for all us animal lovers. What is generally deemed such a difficult subject to tackle is presented in a totally new light...not nearly as daunting as one would think. I recommend this book to both novice as well as veteran pyrographers everywhere. It is more than apparent by the picture gallery that Ms Walters is a truly gifted artist and the content of this book reveals a willingness to share her wisdom and expertise in the field of pyrography. Thank you for an outstanding book!