BeaverCraft’s Glossary

Woodcarving terms, techniques, and materials from A to Z. Short, clear, and packed with useful links for hands-on practice.

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Pierced Carving

Pierced carving (openwork) removes sections of wood completely to create decorative openings. The result is a lace-like pattern where lig...

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...

Low Relief Carving

Low relief carving (bas-relief) uses shallow depth so the design only slightly rises from the background. It emphasizes clear outlines, g...

High Relief Carving

High relief carving (alto-relief) is a relief style where subjects project dramatically from the background—often more than half their de...

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