Scrimshaw

Author : Stuart M. Frank
Publisher : David R. Godine Publisher
ISBN 13 : 1567924522
Total Pages : 403 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ingenious Contrivances, Curiously Carved written by Stuart M. Frank and published by David R. Godine Publisher. This book was released on 2012 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Bedford whaling fleet was the most numerous and arranging in the world, setting off on voyages that often lasted for years and extended as far as the Antarctic and Siberia. This title features over 700 detailed photos from the world's finest collection of scrimshaw, the New Bedford Whaling Museum.

Author : Jim Stevens
Publisher : Schiffer Craft
ISBN 13 : 9780764328312
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scrimshaw Techniques written by Jim Stevens and published by Schiffer Craft. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is a dazzling showcase of this uniquely American art form. The pages are filled with tips, techniques, and insights that both educate and demonstrate the steps to creating authentic and beautiful scrimshaw. An examination of ivory includes a wide range of alternative natural and man-made ivory substitutes, including bone, horn, and nuts. Without question, this is the most complete technical and aesthetic book ever written in the field. With over 200 color photos, this step-by-step guide addresses scrimshaw tools, patterns, inking, and inlays. Originally written as a training manual for studio apprentices, this knowledge is now available to you.

Author : Eva Halat
Publisher : Verlag Angelika Hörnig
ISBN 13 : 9783980874380
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Contemporary Scrimshaw written by Eva Halat and published by Verlag Angelika Hörnig. This book was released on 2005 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Charles Robert Meyer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780809839247
Total Pages : 271 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Whaling and the Art of Scrimshaw written by Charles Robert Meyer and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of whaling and a description of the art of scrimshaw.

Author : Norm Flayderman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scrimshaw and Scrimshanders written by Norm Flayderman and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Treasure-trove of facts and lore about whaling and scrimshaw"--Dust jacket.

Author : Nina Hellman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Mariner's Fancy written by Nina Hellman and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the art of scrimshaw and the role of New York in the history of American whaling. Presents pictures and descriptions of pieces from the South Street Seaport Museum in New York City.

Author : Ron Newton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781425932978
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Learning How to Scrimshaw written by Ron Newton and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Going Virtual illumines the road to success. It puts a natural face on teamwork while leading to effective management. Virtual shows how things work even before implementation. Mistakes are avoided. Decisions become reality only if success is assured. The manager gets a clear perspective. But there is much more! Teamwork functions naturally in an atmosphere of effective leadership and positive participation. Performance easily matches goals. Everyone aligns with the vision of management. The process maximizes strengths, insures proper motivation, and clarifies the small details and big objectives. Any manager becomes a better manager almost overnight. The book also features problem solving on the go. It quickly gets at how people feel and think about the organization. The zero learning curve becomes a definite plus. The book completes with a textual algorithm for creating a "Key to Success" statement that really works.

Author : Stuart Frank
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781882201068
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scrimshaw on Nantucket written by Stuart Frank and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jim Stevens
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN 13 : 9780764330179
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques written by Jim Stevens and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 2008 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn techniques every scrimshaw carver needs for true proficiency in this traditional art form. Over 130 clear color photos illustrate ivory carving with hand and power tools, color and power engraving and painting, and practices in the care, conservation, repair, and restoration of ivory scrimshaw objects. Along with practical instruction on carving and decorating, the detailed text provides vital information on scrimshaw fakes, reproductions, resources, and appraisals. A unique feature is the extensive glossary, providing explanations of scrimshaw engraving, sculpting, carving, and collecting terms found collectively nowhere else. Artists using this book will gain an array of techniques and invaluable information. For scrimshaw carvers, this book is vital.

Author : Joseph Scrimshaw
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780985685607
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Comedy of Doom written by Joseph Scrimshaw and published by . This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comedy of Doom is a collection of essays, parodies, and true stories covering every major topic in geek culture. Including smart, funny takes on video games, Star Wars, vampires, Doctor Who, Jane Austen, a complete guide to emotional preparation for the zombie apocalypse, instructions for the new sport called Competitive Hugging, and more.