How It Works:
First please complete a simple Application to let me know your basic conatct information and a little about yourself regarding your birdcarving experience and goals.
Submit that form and then you will get an acceptance reply back from me with further instructions.On the application you will be asked to accept a Waiver of Risk Agreement.
Sending the applicationt indicates your acceptance of and agreement with it.
Please do not pay for the program until you receive your acceptance email.
The species we will be carving in this program is the Lesser Scaup drake. As a diver, it has the simplicity of form, yet basic characteristics that make it a good subject for the novice and intermediate carver for this class. The instruction will cover from pattern to finish;, presented with descriptive images, demos and, comprehensive video files.
Live cam instruction sessions will be scheduled for specal techniques and painting. You will need to download Skype and have a webcam for this part. Skype is free. Email me with your Skype name once you have registered for the free service. Skype to Skype is free. You must have a webcam and request scheduling and my skype name via email to use this feature. This great because you can show me your progress and I can critique your work in person, real time.
(A high speed connection and a cam that has a zoom function is best for video conferencing with Skype.
These are not very expensive and several lower priced models can be purchased at Best Buy, online
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The Programs Available.
How to adapt or make a pattern to a desired pose will be taught, but creating a pattern for the project is optional. You will receive a copy of the pattern and the tupelo cutout from that pattern if you enroll with that option. You can also order these cutouts or wood from a listing of all the basic supplies you will need from our online store,
This includes full access to the program plus the easy start package which includes the tupelo cutout blank, a lesser scaup drake study bill, reference photo pack of 10 views of the bird, the cutout pattern and a published reference pattern by Pat Godin.
includes full access to the program, the the cutout pattern and a published reference pattern by Pat Godin. This option allows the student to make his own cutout and procure separately the other items as needed.
You have the options at checkout of paying by Visa, MC, Discover, check or M.O..:
Either Progam Option you choose gives you full access to all of the instructional steps and video instruction for carving the Lesser Scaup drake. The instruction will be retained on the website indefinitely for your continued use. Due to time restraints I will not be guiding each student, move by move, or image by image via email. I will be available by email or Skype if you get into serious trouble and you may also email me images that show the area of concern. Images of your progress are also requested at many critical points in the program. If you cannot use Skype, please send those in as requested throughout the program..
Ongoing revisions on the steps enhance the imagery of complex aspects and creates a stand-alone program that you can work independently at your own pace. New techniques may be included in these revisions. I have included drills that will help you with common weak points. These can help with other projects. If you follow the steps in sequence, study the videos and do not rush the program, you can make this learning experience extremely worthwhile and useful for all your bird carving projects.
The class bird offered is a good species on which to learn the basics of waterfowl carving. Inevitably, the beginning carver will pick the most complex and beautiful species as their first bird. This is often a mistake and not recommended. Important basics are usually overlooked by trying to carve a bird too advanced for one's skills. Discouragement is often the end result of such attempts. This carving project should be considered a lab manual type learning exercise. The student may already have those fancy poses or other related projects going on; Hopefully, he or she will be able to apply this knowledge to them.
Here is a short Preview just using small images to give you some idea of what is covered in the program. All the images and videos in the class itself will be enlargeable for easier study.
All of these activities, plus what I can offer you from my files and main website, will work together to give you a first of its kind, first quality, online wildfowl carving instruction program. This is the way it works and I promise to be working hard to make this program work and stay current to assist you in your wildfowl carving
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Important: DON'T FORGET TO SEND IN YOUR Application BEFORE GOING TO THE Store TO PAY FOR THE PROGRAM.
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