Wood Burning – BOBCAT pyrography tutorial

In this pyrography tutorial blog, I’m going to explain how to create the Bobcat artwork.  I will show you my zigzag burn stroke technique to creating realistic looking fur.  The reference photo for this artwork was taken by my husband, Todd, while we were visiting the Oregon Zoo.  The bobcat was sitting in a patch … Continue reading Wood Burning – BOBCAT pyrography tutorial

Colwood Super Pro II wood burner Review

I’ve mentioned that I use a Colwood burner for my artwork in numerous blogs and YouTube videos.   In this blog I will discuss in greater detail how the burner works. Watch the YouTube video version of this review by clicking on the thumbnail to the left.    Let me state right off, that other than … Continue reading Colwood Super Pro II wood burner Review

Lizard Face Pyrography Tutorial wood burning

In this tutorial I’m going to explain how to create the Lizard Face pyrography artwork.  For some reason the title of this artwork reminds of some Marvel character and that makes me laugh as I start to imagine what sort of 'powers' this guy would have.    Lizard Face is the sixth installment in my … Continue reading Lizard Face Pyrography Tutorial wood burning

Cradle / Panel Board: Brand Comparison for Pyrography wood burning

I've been seeing more and more cradle / panel boards being used lately in pyrography and I've even tried burning on one I bought from a local craft store.   I didn't enjoy it as much as I do solid wood, but I kept wondering if it was just because of the particular brand I was … Continue reading Cradle / Panel Board: Brand Comparison for Pyrography wood burning

Stiletto Shoe High Heel Pyrography Tutorial wood burning

With this tutorial I will explain the pyrography shading techniques to create the high heel or Stiletto Shoe, the 5th installment in my mini project series.   This mini project will explore how to replicate the reflective surface of a red high heel.   Also, I will show you what features I look at when analyzing a … Continue reading Stiletto Shoe High Heel Pyrography Tutorial wood burning

mini project 3 Seashells Pyrography Tutorial wood burning

With this tutorial I will explain how to create the Seashells, the 3rd installment of my mini project series.   One of my goals with this project is to show you how shapes can affect shadows.  Another goal is to help you critically examine reference material, so you can better replicate what you see.  In my … Continue reading mini project 3 Seashells Pyrography Tutorial wood burning