Counterfeiting the Counterfeiters
Counterfeiting the Counterfeiters
$27.95
Stephen
W. and Lemuel T. Ward, Jr.—the Ward Brothers—are legendary in the decoy world
as self-proclaimed “Wildfowl Counterfeiters in Wood.” Acclaimed decoy carver
Rich Smoker has long admired their work, and in this book he explains how you
can carve and paint three decoys in the Ward Brothers’ style. Using a variety of tools and techniques—both hand and
power tools—and painting with oils and acrylics, Rich provides step-by-step
explanations so you can create your own instant classics.
About
the Author
Rich Smoker grew
up on the Susquehanna River in
Pennsylvania and developed
an interest in waterfowl at an early age. In 1982 he
moved to Maryland and became invested
in the legacy of Lem and Steve
Ward. Since then he has carved thousands
of birds and has also become an active carving teacher. In
competition, Rich has won more than 500 ribbons,
including more than 100 best in show titles. Among his many honors, in
2016 Rich was named one of the Ward Foundation’s Living Legends for his service to the Ward Museum and Foundation, his many accomplishments
in the world of decoy carving,
and his commitment to teaching
the craft and continuing the heritage of carving.
One of Rich’s proudest accomplishments was being awarded a National Endowment
for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship in 2019.
Counterfeiting the Counterfeiters
- Product Code: WWS20B
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$27.95
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