In this pyrography tutorial I’m going to explain how I created the three-dimensional illusion of the word “stone” and explain how to create the sandstone texture. I'm also going to introduce you to the shading pen tip and explain a how to use it. Since this example doesn't require the ability to create … Continue reading How To Create 3D Sandstone Texture Pyrography Tutorial wood burning
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The Barn Owl Pyrography wood burning
I love owls. They are probably my favorite type of bird. We were at the High Desert Museum in Oregon a few years back and discovered this stunningly beautiful barn owl there. We took many pictures of him, or her. Fast forward to the present and I was searching through pictures trying to find … Continue reading The Barn Owl Pyrography wood burning
Mastering Lines in Pyrography with the Gingerbread House Tutorial wood burning
In this pyrography 'how to' tutorial I want to demonstrate how to create this gingerbread house using nothing but lines (background excluded). I’ve found that when I’m learning a new hobby, in the beginning, it can be very useful to follow along with someone else. This way I can concentrate on learning the techniques and … Continue reading Mastering Lines in Pyrography with the Gingerbread House Tutorial wood burning
How To Transfer Patterns To Wood via Stamp, Iron, or Trace wood burning
In this blog I'm going to discuss three main methods of transferring a pattern to wood; stamping, ironing, and tracing. The methods can be applied to almost any surface that accepts graphite; things like leather, paper, gourds, and, of course, wood. Like all things, each method has its good and bad points, so allow me … Continue reading How To Transfer Patterns To Wood via Stamp, Iron, or Trace wood burning
Wood Types and Prepping Wood for Pyrography wood burning
In this blog I’m going to discuss the pros and cons of different woods that I’ve burned on. Also, near the end of the blog I will explain how to prep the wood for optimal wood burning. I’ve provided pictures where I can, but keep in mind that boards of the same type of wood … Continue reading Wood Types and Prepping Wood for Pyrography wood burning
Getting started in Pyrography wood burning
In this blog I want to discuss the basics of what you will need for creating pyrography artwork. To begin the journey on becoming a pyrographer there are three essential items: 1) desire, 2) a wood burner, and 3) something to burn on. Hopefully you already have the first covered and that is why … Continue reading Getting started in Pyrography wood burning
Why I hate wood burning on oak wood burning
As promised, here’s my blog on why I HATE wood burning on oak. Oak is a beautiful wood and gorgeous furniture can be made out of it, but it is horrible for fine art pyrography. The reason is because of its grain pattern; beautifully striking for furniture and exceptionally challenging for fine art pyrography. My … Continue reading Why I hate wood burning on oak wood burning