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How to Carve Butterflies

A well-turned shape must precede the carving

By Jonathan Binzen #252–Jan/Feb 2016 Issue

Synopsis: Before he can begin the fine carvings that characterize his vessels, Ron Layport starts with a well-turned form. If the lines are not pure and the curves are not fair, no amount of carving will conceal that fact. See how he does it.

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