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On this page you will find details about carvings for
sale, gift vouchers, how to commission a special
woodcarving, publications, Zoe's instructional CDs and projects you can follow, and
the specially designed "Zoe Gertner Woodcarving Tools"
manufactured by Ashley Iles (Edge Tools) Ltd |
Zoe Gertner Woodcarvings for Sale
Gift Vouchers
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- If you are looking for a different gift
for someone, perhaps a few days on a woodcarving
course might be the answer - the gift
of a new interest which may well last a lifetime. Perfect for the person who
already has everything and ideal for an unusual retirement or Christmas present, that special landmark 50th, 60th or
70th Birthday, or perhaps to give the wood turner in the
family a new and exciting experience.
- We can arrange any combination of days
ranging from a short
"taster" session to see if wood carving is to your recipient's liking, or
perhaps a longer course, or alternatively, several days taken over several
months. Accommodation can be arranged if desired, and all tools and timber
are provided.
- When you have purchased the number of day/s you wish, you will be sent a gift card
such as Birthday or Christmas, relevant
to the celebration, together with
suggested course dates to give to the recipient
so that he or she can make further arrangements with us.
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Edna's employer knew
she was interested in woodcarving and gave her a
voucher for several days carving as her retirement
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Peter's family gave him a woodcarving course for
a special birthday and he carved a Cornish engine
house in relief. To see more carvings,
click here. |
Please contact me to discuss your requirements.
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Commissioned Work
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Commissioned work is undertaken with full
reference to your specific requirements. This is ideal if
you are looking for that special commemorative piece or a
carving particularly suited to someone, for whatever reason.
Such carvings are unique and you can be sure that you will
not find another the same.
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Have you a special
piece of wood with a sentimental value, perhaps from a tree
planted years ago, that you may like made into a unique carving?
Provided it is sound, this may well be possible.
Or even a rat... see below
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These were carved using Robinia
wood, also known as 'False Acacia' for a 30th birthday
present. They stand about 8in tall and are finished with wax
polish. |
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A Farmyard Scene for a
Farmer's Wife
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The Farmyard scene was carved in relief from a Beech plank
and finished with wax polish and will be given to her on her
Wedding Anniversary. |
Detail of the milk churn
and cats. |
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Publications
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by Zoe Gertner
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The excellent text is supported throughout with full
colour photographs and detailed line drawings. Highly
recommended for those beginning woodcarving as it tells you
all you need to know to get started. |
Part 1 - Preparation
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About Wood Tools, Materials
and Equipment ~ How to Sharpen and Care for
your Tools ~ How to Use your Tools
Correctly ~ Health and Safety |
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Part 2 -
Projects
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Carving in the Round Relief
Carving ~ Hollowing Techniques ~
Figures in the Round ~ Using Contrasts,
Deep Relief and Undercutting ~ |
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Carving a Composition ~ Detailed Figure
Carving |
ISBN
9781861080592 Published by GMC Publications October
1997, and may be obtained by internet title/author search/www.amazon.co.uk
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is currently contributing articles and weekend projects
to the bimonthly magazine, 'Woodcarving'
(GMC Publications Ltd) (see
latest news ) having had numerous technical
articles and carving projects published in the magazine
from 1994 to 2005. A number of these older articles can be
found in the
compendium books 'Woodcarving for Beginners'
(ISBN 1 86108 019 0) and 'The Woodcarvers' (ISBN 1
86108 038 7) published by GMC Publications.
Available by internet search.
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'Traditional Woodworking' magazine:
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Dec 04, Jan & Feb 05: Sharpening &
Maintaining Tools. |
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March & April
05:
Equipping Yourself for Woodcarving. |
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Projects
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'Projects for Woodcarvers'
series of CDs
Written by Zoe for her students, Zoe's series is suitable for a wide
range of abilities, from complete beginner to those with some
experience of using handtools for wood carving. Each has
clear instructions, diagrams and pictures showing direct carving
techniques, and guides you through your carving to develop your
confidence and creative carving skills. Available on CD only
(pdf format only, Adobe Reader required).
During this year Zoe will be adding to her
series - see below
Priced at £12 each including postage
For availability please
contact Zoe
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Now available:
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'Carve a
Green Man, Face and Foliage'
Have you ever wanted to carve a face,
but not known where to start? Or perhaps some oak
leaves? Maybe put the two together and carve a Green
Man? And does that sample Green Man pattern you saw in a
book seem incredibly complicated?
Here's how to create your very own 'Green
Man' |
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'How to Carve Incised Lettering
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Lay Out an Inscription'
Do you need a new sign for your house?
Maybe you'd like to try some calligraphy using the
medium of wood; or you've turned a bowl or platter for a
special occasion and want to commemorate it ... Zoe
shows you how it's done on this CD. |
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'How to Sharpen and
Restore Carving Tools'
What is nicer than the smooth polished
facets made by a razor sharp carving tool slicing
through wood? As every woodcarver knows, sharp tools are
essential, and being able to sharpen and maintain them
yourself is key to fully enjoying your carving.
With clear instructions, diagrams and pictures Zoe
shows you exactly how to achieve that perfect cutting
edge, and how to maintain and restore your precious
carving tools |
More Projects will be available on CD
during
the year
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Ashley Iles Carving Tools: the Zoe Gertner Range.
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The family firm of Ashley Iles manufactures high quality
woodcarving tools in their factory in Lincolnshire and have made a range of
specialist wood carving tools
designed by Zoe Gertner. These tools have shorter and lighter blades than
the standard tools, making them easier to handle and more suitable for
delicate carving. The tools are supplied
ready honed and razor sharp each in its own plastic wallet with a
protective shield over its cutting edge, beech handles and brass ferrules
adding to their aesthetic appearance.
Whether your carving is mainly in relief, in the round,
lettering or chip carving, Ashley Iles have the tools, and relatively few are
needed to tackle a wide range of carving.
| This 'No Entry' sign was carved using
just six Ashley Iles "Zoe Gertner"
wood carving tools |

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Reviewed by 'Woodcarving'
magazine (GMC Publications) in issue 48,
you can purchase them from Ashley Iles (Edge Tools)
Ltd, East Kirkby, Spilsby, LIncs. PE23 4DD Tel: 01790 763372 or go to
www.ashleyiles.co.uk
for further details of the range.
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