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Project 3 - Detailed High Relief

High Relief carving creates a more dramatic depth effect than does Low Relief. The basic creation of the carved design is the same as with Low Relief except for the use of the Undercut Stroke. 

Step 1:

Transfer Selected Image to Material as shown.

Equipment Required:

  • Masking Tape

  • Pencil

  • Image

  • Carbon Paper

Step 2: 

Score the outline of the image using a knife to break the fibres.

Step 3:

Holding the Scoring Knife at an angle the initial setting in can take place. Remove a small stip of material using the knife.

Step 4: 

Setting in using the gouge is the next step. When using the gouge it is vital the piece of materials is clamped securely to the work bench. Working predominantly with the grain, removing Small pieces of material at a time to outline half the Piece.

Step 5:

Rotate the work piece and repeat the process. (Ensure piece is secured correctly before proceeding to carve). Using the mallet is advised as it provides more control and reduced to physical effort required to remove material.

 

Step 6:

In order to further reduce the depth of material surround the image, score the outline using a knife or chisel, this breaks the fibres and helps preserve a clean edge on the carving.

Step 7:

Now using a slightly larger gouge continue to reduce the depth of the material surrounding the image. (Exercise particular care when working with isolated narrowed pieces of the pattern).

Step 8: 

Fine detailing can be carried on the ouline of the image, at this stage, the chisel an effectly be used with two hand and tidy any stubborn fibres.

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