Art of Chainsaw Carving, Second Edition

Award-winning chainsaw sculptor Jessie Groeschen takes an insider’s look at the people whose talents, styles and personalities make chainsaw carving so fascinating. With new artist profiles and colorful new photographs, this is the story of the fearless men and women who are carving out a contemporary artform for all to enjoy.

This book presents the diversity and achievements of this stylish art, from its early pioneers to today's innovative urban wood recovery projects. Readers will also find step-by-step instructions on how to carve a beautiful bear-shaped chair. Demonstrated by the author, this project reveals the fascinating process of using a chainsaw to unlock the raw and natural beauty of wood.

Softcover, 208 pages, 2014.