Pierced Carving
Pierced carving (openwork) removes sections of wood completely to create decorative openings. The result is a lace-like pattern where light passes through the design, adding con...
Incised Carving
Incised carving is a surface technique where you cut clean lines or grooves directly into the wood, leaving the background flat. Think of it like engraving in wood: the design i...
Low Relief Carving
Low relief carving (bas-relief) uses shallow depth so the design only slightly rises from the background. It emphasizes clear outlines, gentle modeling, and subtle shadows—perfe...
High Relief Carving
High relief carving (alto-relief) is a relief style where subjects project dramatically from the background—often more than half their depth—creating bold shadows and near-sculp...
Wood Checking
Term: Wood Checking Wood checking refers to narrow cracks that open along the grain as wood dries. These checks are caused by uneven moisture loss and shrinkage, especially ...
Burl Wood
Term: Burl Wood Burl Wood comes from knotted growths (burls) on trees that create dramatic, swirling grain with “eyes” and irregular figure. Each piece is unique and highly ...
Mahogany
Term: Mahogany Mahogany is a tropical hardwood known for its rich reddish-brown color, fine and often straight grain, and excellent dimensional stability. It carves and sand...
Cherry Wood
Term: Cherry Wood Cherry Wood is a warm, reddish-brown hardwood with a fine, straight grain that deepens in color over time. It’s prized for its smooth texture and elegant l...
Walnut Wood
Term: Walnut Wood Walnut wood is a rich, dark hardwood prized for its durability, beautiful grain, and ability to hold fine details. It’s a favorite choice for furniture, in...