Carving and Shaping (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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What are the main components of a chisel?
What are the main components of a chisel?
Sharp metal blade and handle
Carving techniques chisels facilitate
Carving techniques chisels facilitate
Chip carving and relief carving
What are carver's chisels used for?
What are carver's chisels used for?
Detail-oriented projects in various shapes/sizes
Key feature of carver's chisel cutting edge
Key feature of carver's chisel cutting edge
Bevel at each side for intricate carvings
Characteristic of bevel edged chisels
Characteristic of bevel edged chisels
Bevelled edges for precision work
Design and purpose of gouges
Design and purpose of gouges
Curved design for scooping areas and rounded cuts
Types of gouges for hollowing/shaping
Types of gouges for hollowing/shaping
Firmer and paring gouges
What is chip carving?
What is chip carving?
Carving method using chisels for geometric patterns
What is relief carving?
What is relief carving?
Lowering background around design to make it stand out
Role of V-tools in relief carving
Role of V-tools in relief carving
Important for initial outlines before gouging background
Essential sharpening stages for chisels
Essential sharpening stages for chisels
Grinding and honing
Key safety measures when using chisels
Key safety measures when using chisels
Direct blade away, clamp pieces, wear gloves & goggles