How to Carve Bellamy Eagles

I like the book but not quite what I was looking for but will keep it for future use

This is a fantastic book for anyone who has ever seen a hand carved Ships eagle but been reluctant to start on one. There is a good history of the premier ships eagle carver (John Bellamy) with plenty of pictures of his work, tools and my favorite, his magnificant Lancaster Eagle, which I hope too see in person some day. The details on how to carve one are first rate, with lots of pictures and easy to follow instructions that even give pointers on how to sharpen those pesky spoon bits. There are a selection of different styles given, along with their patterns and some fantastic tips on how to finish your masterpiece. When your finished, everyone will be amazed at the stunning piece of art you have hanging on your wall. Read and enjoy, then go carve your own.Rich

This book covers the carving of several eagles in the Bellamy style, complete with mainly basic outline plans for each. Each plan does not have complete feathering, etc., so you'll probably need to extrapolate for some plans from others.Color photos of each main step. Not for beginners, I would say, but shouldn't require extensive experience.

I bought this book simply because I was curious. After thumbing through it, I have decided to carve one of these beauties. The book contains plans for a simple Bellamy with a bunch of options to modify it if you wish. Cannot wait to get started. Great photographs and tips. Very nicely done. I am very pleased.

Good instruction on how to carve eagles in imitation of the style of John Haley Bellamy. It is a book worth studying. Carvers could easisly adapt the techniques of Bellamy and Rolfe to their own carvings. Patterns are outlines only and small and must be enlarged to the size desired.

The book delivers everything promised. Maybe not for the novice carver but anyone with a little carving experience will be able to replicate a Bellamy eagle with little difficulty. the photography is clear and the text is to the point. It belongs in any carvers library.

excellent book, interesting as the historycal point of view, recommendable to any wood carver, excellent photos well explained text. As a novice wood carver I can't wait to start the projects of this book.

Covers the basics of Bellamy eagle carvings with some good history and pictures to boot. Tips on painting as well.

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