Step-By-Step Pyrography for Beginners - by Aney Carver (Paperback)

About the Book

Pyrography engages your senses like few other creative activities, from the aroma of sizzling wood to the sound of crackling as it burns. Learn the art of woodburning with this easy-to-follow pyrography book that features everything you'll need to get started and step-by-step instructions for making your mark on a variety of wood canvases. Build your beginner's kit--get your woodburning practice going with a detailed list of essential materials, including woodburning pens, the best types of wood to use, and necessary safety gear. Learn pyrography techniques--develop your skills and craft your own unique style with 10 techniques, like shading and scumbling. Try 16 starter patterns--practice everything you've learned with 16 simple woodburning patterns that increase in difficulty as you progress. Fire up your creativity with this woodburning book for beginners!"--

Book Synopsis

Fire up your creativity with this woodburning book for beginners!

Pyrography engages your senses like few other creative activities, from the aroma of sizzling wood to the sound of crackling as it burns. Experience it for yourself with this easy-to-follow pyrography book that features the essential info you need to get started, with step-by-step instructions for making incredible woodburning projects at home.

• Build your beginner's kit--Find a detailed list of materials, including woodburning pens, the best types of wood to use, and necessary safety gear.
• Pyrography techniques--Develop your skills and craft your own unique style with 10 techniques, including shading and scumbling.
• 16 starter patterns--Practice everything you've learned with 16 simple woodburning patterns to try, that increase in difficulty as you progress.

It's time to take your crafting projects to the next level.

Review Quotes

"Aney's latest pyrography book demonstrates her vibrant and creative slant on the craft. Featuring a helpful selection of advice and instructions alongside a range of projects to suit all abilities, this book will be a useful point of reference to both new starters and those looking for fresh inspiration." --Simon Easton, Wood Tattoos (www.woodtattoos.com), Pyrographer & Author

"Awesome well-rounded resource for beginners. The numerous easy projects are going to help you get familiar with pyrography, gain confidence, and create beautiful and functional art regardless of the burner you have!" --Brenda Wilkie, professional artist and creator of Pyrography Made Easy

"Picking up a new craft can be intimidating when you think about how much there is to learn. Step-By-Step Pyrography for Beginners gives you a plethora of fantastic information to get you started in the art of pyrography. Having years and years of learned tips and tricks from a professional all in one book is a gold mine for beginners!" --Amanda Huml

"Whether you're picking up a woodburner for the first time or a well-established pyro who wants to brush up on their foundation skills, Aney's Pyrography for Beginners book is a fabulous addition to any creative's library. This well-seasoned pyrography artist walks you through all the important aspects of woodburning, from the tools you need to varying levels of techniques, in a way that is easy to understand and recreate. Such a great framework to use in starting off or expanding your pyrography journey." --Meghan Robertson; Honeybeezigns

About the Author

ANEY CARVER has been an artist since childhood. She began with painting and drawing and received her master's in web design from the University of Denver.