Woodburning Realistic Animals: 12 Step-by-Step Pyrography Projects of Birds, Pets, and Wildlife (Fox Chapel Publishing) Tutorials for Eyes, Fur, Manes, & Whiskers; Projects for Big Cats, Owls, & More

I am new to pyrography (only made one piece of artwork so far) but I immediately fell in love with it and plan on it being my new long-term hobby for years to come. I rarely ever write reviews but this book really blew my mind. For the price, I was expecting it to be maybe 20 pages long. However, I was delighted to discover 136 pages of incredibly useful information from such a talented artist! Minisa did an amazing job teaching everything in such an easy way to understand and I can tell a ton of work was put into the book to make sure it was perfect. She provides many great tips and information about safety, tools, types of wood, how to prepare/finish projects, how to choose designs, woodburning basics, features (eyes, fur, whiskers), how to color the artwork using all different types of materials, and so much more. She also provides step-by-step pyrography projects for creating a butterfly, bunny, horse, bobcat, hummingbird, moose, mountain lion, elk, owl, bighorn sheep, zebra, and lion! Another nice thing is she provides a lot of encouragement throughout the book by reminding the reader to not give up on their work, not compare their work to other artists, and practice practice practice. This book is also surprisingly inexpensive considering how informative and thorough it is. I am working on a leopard for my current pyrography project (I will be applying all the new skills I learned from this book) and will post a picture/update my review when I am finished :)*UPDATE: Posted a picture of a leopard I made using the techniques from this book

If you are interested in doing Pyrography of realistic animals, this is a must buy. Many instruction books give you sketchy instructions on how to do a basic drawing, and than give nothing about finishing it up. This gives you how to work on the entire picture. I do feel this book should not be used by beginners, if they have never worked with Pyrography or are a beginner. If they start above their skill level, they could become discouraged and no longer want to do it any more.

Highly recommend this book for anyone…I’m a beginner and the picture shows my first two burns using the techniques and guidance provided in this book. Excellent step by step instructions.

Love it!It’s a great overview of the world of pyrography.Minisa does a great job of explaining the tools of this art form. She doesn’t focus on one type of tool but gives insight into a variety of tools.She does explain (with examples) the uses for various tips. Well done!Speaking of tips, her “Hot Tips” and “Minisa’s Tips” are wonderful, giving brief insights into wood burning. Very cool!It is obvious that Minisa is an exceptional artist. Her work speaks for itself. I am very glad she has shared her talent and love for this art form in this wonderful book!Great job, Minisa!

Great patterns however not easy to copy patterns for use. But if there’s a will there’s a way

Beautiful art, clear instruction on all aspects of pyrography. Step by step photos and advice at all phases of each project, tight focus on specific detail in each case, special detailed emphasis on adding color in a wide range of mediums. solid safety protocols... And, the photos of the artwork for the projects are stunning all by themselves.This book has it all. Absolutely highest recommendation if you have any interest in woodburning, or even just curiosity about how it's done, and want to see some well photographed and stunning examples of the art.

I pre-ordered this book because I am a fan/follower of hers.Let me say it was well worth the short wait for it.Beautiful work with a step by step instruction on not only how to start the project, but how to get similar results.I also own the step by step DVD's that Minisa has and they are very easy to watch and follow.I can't say enough good things about the artist and author.

This artist has composed a Pyrography book that is full of tips, insight, beautiful details, and step by step patterns and tutorials. I have been following her for a long time and have gotten to know her. If you have questions or any problems Minisa will do what to can to help you. This is the best book on pyrography that I have seen!

I really like this book, it gives good explanation on how to do the projects step by step, I like that it had several patterns

Encouraging book with great tips both for beginners and intermediate level pyrographers as me. I recommend it.

Mi è stato utile per tutte le informazioni e raccomandazioni sulla sicurezza, racconta cose che sono successe a lei, è come se parlassi con l'autore. Tutto in inglese, il mio è proprio basico, ho dovuto andare al traduttore Google ogni tanto, ma una volta che ricordi i termini, le immagini parlano la metà che ti manca.

Minisa Robinson is well practised in Wood Burning, she has been there and does it very successfully.It is also important when one is just starting to be able to trust an accomplished artist to guide them through thepitfalls.When starting Wood Burning it is all very understandable to get in a mess, there is a lot to learn!Such Books can save much frustration, we all go through these same frustrations of Wood Burning.Delicacy and patience is needed in order to be pleased with the results of our work and this is the final goal!The more the challenge the more our efforts and accomplishment will please us.

Sehr gut, hat mir sehr geholfen für mein weiteres schaffen in der Brandmalerei