[Woodcarver] Finishing techniques and bark removal

[Sam]

If you have, or can get a copy of, Wood Carving Illustrated
Painting and Finishing Guide, you will have all different methods of
finishing covered.  Volume 8, No. 3, Earaly Fall 2004.

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> 1. Where can I get general information on finishing techniques? I've
> heard/read about tung oil, boiled linseed oil, varnishes, stains,
> shellacs, waxes, etc....but don't know where to start. I just started
> with acrylic washes and dry brushing for caricatures, but don't know
> about finishes on top of acrylics, or about finishes for bark and stick
> carvings. I would prefer to work with water-based methods since I won't
> need messy solvents and cleanup would be easier. Can I get the results I
> need going this route? 

> Regards,
> Kevin