The Complete Pyrography Revised Edition

The Complete Pyrography : Revised Edition
ISBN: 9781861087102
Publication Date: 1 February 2015

This new revised edition of Stephen Poole's detailed guide to the craft of pyrography is updated with some current work practices and an extended gallery of inspirational work from the very best pyrography artisans.

The book comprehensively covers the subject from the history of the craft, materials and equipment required to all the skills to create burnt wood art decoration. The author gives indispensible instruction specifically on pyrography for woodturned objects and how to protect and finish the work.

A chapter on advanced techniques gives guidance and tips to add a professional finesse to the work.

About the Author

Stephen Poole studied graphic design at Berkshire College of Art and has spent nearly 40 years developing his own particular pyrography techniques and running workshops to pass on his expertise. He works to commission and his work also exhibits and sells via galleries and craft shops. He is the author of The Complete Pyrography (1995) and Pyrography Handbook (Practical Guides) (1998) both published by GMC Publications Ltd.