Carving the Head in the Classic European Tradition is a long-awaited reference guide from the instructors at the renowned Geisler-Moroder Austrian Woodcarving School , the largest international woodcarving school in Europe . For the first time in print, you'll discover the step-by-step process of carving a modern bust using the traditional and famous system of the Tyrolean carvers. Whether you're an amateur or a professional, you'll find this unique method of observation to be an inspiration as you work with 'planesö throughout the carving process to achieve a modern final piece that is practically 'releasedö from the cubical forms.

Inside Carving the Head in the Classic European Tradition, you'll find:

* Techniques for creating your own model

* Step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow patterns

* Full-color photographs demonstrating precise cuts

* Theory of proportions and explanatory sketches throughout the project

* A gallery of different contemporary finishes for the completed bust