Caricature Soldiers From the Civil War to the World Wars and Today

- 12 patterns for interesting characters from the Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy (including Shore Patrol), and Army (including WACs)
- Step-by-step carving and painting instructions-learn on a sailor pattern, then translate your new skills to every other pattern in the book
- Inspirational gallery of completed caricature soldiers and uniform trivia to spark your creativity
- More than 100 photos of step-by-step carving instructions and finished pieces
- Learn the basics of wood selection, tools, and finishing, including a step-by-step tutorial on carving & painting expressive eyes
Throughout human history, ordinary soldiers have demonstrated their character and done their duty. Now you can learn to make your own whimsical versions of these expressive wooden warriors!
Award-winning carving instructor Floyd Rhadigan takes you step-by-step through the entire process of carving and painting a memorable, fun, and gallant military figure. Patterns are provided for both modern and historic service personnel, from the Civil War, WWI, and WWII to the present day. You'll learn to carve interesting characters from the Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy (including Shore Patrol), and Army (including WACs).
Floyd also reveals his distinctive carving techniques, and shows you the basics of wood selection, tools, and finishing, along with inspiring color photographs of finished projects.
Patterns include:
- U.S. Navy Sailor
- American Civil War: Union Soldier
- American Civil War: Confederate Soldier
- World War I: U.S. Army "Doughboy"
- World War II: U.S. Army "Dogface"
- World War II: U.S. Army Air Corps "Flyboy"
- World War II: U.S. Navy Blue Uniform
- World War II: U.S. Marines Dress Uniform
- World War II: U.S. Shore Patrol
- World War II: U.S. Women's Army Corps (WAC)
- U.S. Marines Mascot (English bulldog)
- U.S. Army: General Work Uniform (Modern)