Discover the creative art of caricature carving, and start making your own whimsical versions of classic service personalities! 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) Discover the creative art of caricature carving and start making your own memorable versions of classic service personalities with award-winning carving instructor Floyd Rhadigan. Featuring a complete step-by-step tutorial for carving a sailor, also included are 12 ready-to-use carving patterns for both modern and historic service personnel. Learn the essential carving techniques, as well as the basics of wood selection, tools, and finishing. Expressive Wooden Warriors Discover the creative art of caricature carving, and start making your own memorable versions of classic service personalities! Award-winning carving instructor Floyd Rhadigan takes you step-by-step through the entire process of carving and painting a gallant military figure. Patterns are provided for service personnel from the present day to the World Wars and the Civil War. You'll learn to carve fascinating characters from the Marine Corps, Air Force, Navy (including Shore Patrol), and Army (including WACs). Floyd reveals his distinctive carving techniques and shows you the basics of wood selection, tools, and finishing, along with inspiring color photographs of finished projects. 2016 Woodcarver of the Year Floyd Rhadigan is widely recognized for his unique style of carving, a mix between Ozark and Scandinavian flat plane styles. Floyd actively travels North America conducting woodcarving seminars and classes. His friendly, down-home teaching style is reflected in this highly enjoyable book. Floyd Rhadigan is widely recognized for his unique style of carving, a mix between Ozark and Flat Plane Scandinavian styles. He is a past president of the Caricature Carvers of America, and a winner of the National Caricature Carving Competition. He is the author of several books from Fox Chapel Publishing, including Carving Fantasy Characters , Carving Fantasy Creatures , and Caricature Soldiers . Floyd actively travels North America conducting woodcarving seminars and classes. His friendly, down-home teaching style is reflected in his highly accessible books.