The Spring 2016 issue of Pyrography features a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques. Pyrography is an annual magazine sold only on newsstands and via mail order; we do not offer subscriptions. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, www.foxchapelpublishing.com, 1-800-457-9112.
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In This Issue:
Inspiration
Beauty Appears
By Kathleen Ryan
Artist Juan Carlos Gonzales says that patience is the key to pyrography
“Why Not” Wood Burning
By Kathleen Ryan
Fay Helfer combines pyrography with natural pigments to create artwork inspired by nature, humor, science, and lighthearted randomness
Frost in the Forest
By Kathleen Ryan
Environmental artist Stuart Frost uses pyrography to transform trees into towering artworks
Techniques
Tinting Technique
By John Noffsinger
Combine burning, bleach, and dye to create delicate color
Add Realism with Texture
By Michele Parsons
Techniques to create the look of textures using a burner
Making Word Art
By Danette Smith and Mindy Kinsey
Turn your favorite letters, quotes, and names into trendy art
Projects
Making a Keepsake Basket and Eggs
By Michele parsons
Start an Easter tradition by burning personalized eggs for your family
Owl Pendant
By Tonya Allan
Decorate this feathered friend with whimsical designs
St. Patrick’s Day Gourd Ornament
By Jenn Avery
Use embossing powder to add durable color to a burned design
Whimsical Bird Houses
By Henriette Corbeil
Combine various shading techniques to portray these realistic birds and fantasy houses
Making the Most of Flawed Gourds
By Ralph and Mary Gonzales
Imperfect gourds make perfect landscapes for fantasy creatures
Make Your Shoes Stand Out
By Michele Parsons
Burn a unique design on canvas shoes
Woodburning a Sparrow
By Sharon C. Bechtold
Use a light touch to create realistic feathery texture
Country Roads
By Carol Wallace
Capture the heart of America with these five tranquil scenes
Burning on a Walking Stick
By Jo Schwartz
Add a personal design to this hiking necessity
Khokhloma Folk-Art Plate
By Larisa Sviridova
Adept traditional Russian patterns for pyrography
Woodburning a Fairy Cottage
By Steve Russell
Carve a simple house from cottonwood bark and embellish it with a woodburner
Nesting Birds
By Henriete Corbeil
Welcome sprong with caricature birds
Pyro-Tangle Clock
By Jo Schwartz
Fun, easy project lets you practice pen strokes and play with shading
Backyard Wildlife
By Kelly Dean
Nature photos provide woodburning inspiration
