The Breakthrough Art of the Big Cat Manual Chapters:
From the creative mind of master wildlife restoration artist John Bellucci, comes the definitive reference source for all artists (taxidermists, sculptors and flat artists) who wish to accurately portray large felines. Filled with information not obtainable from any other source, The Breakthrough Art of the Big Cat Manual presents the complete taxidermy procedures for lifesize large cats, as well as an outstanding reference section featuring adults as well as juveniles. Well-written with clear photography showing every step in the procedure, this manual will become an important addition to your reference library. 280 pages, over 1500 black and white photos and diagrams, as well as 75 full-color reference photos. 8 1/2" x 11" format.
Book Chapters |
Book Chapters Cont. |
Book Chapters Cont. |
Introduction |
Large Mammal Restoration |
Lion Details: In Depth Study |
Head Shapes |
The Ear of the Cat |
Putting on The Right Face |
Lions vs. Tigers |
Leopards vs. Cougars |
Eye and Nose Details |
Mouth and Tongue Study |
Mannikin Assembly |
Relief Cuts |
Facial Alterations |
Pose Alterations |
Opening a Closed Mouth Mannikin |
Detailing Commercial Jawsets |
Coloring Jawsets and Tongues |
Creating Custom Earliners |
Eye Setting Methods |
Achilles Tenodn Techniques |
Veins and Tendon Techniques |
Nose and Nostril Details |
Eyelid Sculpting |
Mounting and Sewing |
Eyelids, Nose and Lips |
Coloring Exposed Skin |
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Foot Pads and Genitals |
Habitat and Base Work |
Building a Base Foundation |
Head and Neck Anatiomy |
Leg and Body Anatomy |
Sitting and Feeding Poses |
Big Cat Behavior |
A Peek into the Nursery |
Skinning in the Field and Studio |
Tanned Skin Prep |
Skin Care |
Tool Selection |
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