Complete Book of Gourd Carving, Revised & Expanded: Ideas and Instructions for Fretwork, Relief, Chip Carving, and Other Decorative Methods

Overall I like this book, there are 2 reasons for the 4-star instead of the 5-star rating. 1. As other reviewers have mentioned, the "instructional" part is very lacking. The second reason really has nothing to do with the book but the artwork featured. There is no doubt the artists are amazing talents creating amazing work, but I cannot understand why some work the gourd so much that all "gourdness" has been eliminated/destroyed. Many of the pieces might be gourds but in appearance they could just as easily be ceramic, blown glass, bronze sculpture, wood carving, etc. I much prefer that enough gourd is left to tell it is a gourd and don't think the "overworked" pieces are necessarily good GOURD art no matter how well done. I do recommend the book though, the information is interesting.

I may be a bit biased, since my gourd art is represented in this book. However, it is really a very well laid out book, containing loads of gourd carving information. There is a diverse collection of artist's work included, as well. This book is one of those books that is a go to for technique, no matter at what level a gourd artist might be at. It is a welcom addition to my studio library!

Not exactly what I was looki.ng for, but it works. I really expected detailed instructions. Few of those.

Very good book. Shows enough information to get me interested and keep me interested if I had done it a few times. Shows a lot of possibilities.

Haven't used it yet, but will be a good reference book

Ok.

Wonderful examples and inspiration. Useful instructions with important tips. Clear photos to demonstrate techniques. This is going to be a favorite reference book in my collection.

Gorgeous book with a zillion ideas. Gourd carvers would be well advised to own this book that really covers every kind of carving of gourds.

Bought this for a friend who does gourd art. It has a great selection of gourd art examples from artists all over. I think she'll really love it and hopefully it will bring her some creative inspiration (not that she needs it)!

Husband delighted.. now looking for gourds!! Thanks.

Excellent book just as described

Stracolmo di idee e consigli. Una panoramica esaustiva sul modo di creare arte con le zucche secche. Ottimo!

Excelente Libro, justo lo que deseaba. Los artículos llegaron en perfecta condiciones y antes de la fecha estimada por el cliente. Gracias