Carving a cat
This set shows some of the steps in carving a large cat.
The aim is to illustrate the progress from block to finished item.
Outline marked onto the block of wood, using a small model as a guide.
The outline shape has been cut out using a band saw, leaving a small margin.
The form had been rounded showing the rough form of the head, body and tail
More refinements to the form, including some undercutting to mark the shape of the legs.
Legs and tail more defined, as is the head.
The form has been defined and is now being smoothed. Holding vertically in the vice to give access.
The finished cat which has now been treated and polished.