Focus On Feathers A Complete Guide American Indian Feather Craft Andrew Forsythe

Description: This used paperback book 'Focus On Feathers A Complete Guide To American Indian Feather Craft' written by Andrew Forsythe is a must have for anyone already using feathers as part of their creative process especially for Native American Pow Wows or the Native American Church. This is an extremely helpful book for those who work with feathers, especially those recreating Native American art. One of the more useful aspects included in this book is Chapter 1 Ornithology 101 which covers the study of ornithology focusing mainly on the topography of birds, the structure of feathers and the different types of feathers found on the bird. The information in this chapter covers just the basics to suffice in educating the novice ornithologist of the basics required for the study of featherwork required for following along with this book. Chapter 2 Reproducing Raptor Feathers covers the multi step process of taking the basic canvas of white domestic turkey wing feathers and using the information from Chapter 1 what raptor feathers look like the author teaches many processes of painting, trimming and ironing the feathers to realistically reproduce endangered bird feathers for use in crafts and costumes. Something this author is quite famous for. Also included in this book is a chapter on feather alterations, a chapter on feather adornments, a chapter on feather projects such as Northern Plains style bonnet, feathered hair decorations, bustles, feather wheels and clusters, wing fans, Gustoweh and tail fans.Good feather work skills are a must for producing top quality craftwork, and this comprehensive new book covers every facet in great detail. Beginning with a gallery of full-color photos of hundreds of real feathers, the author takes you through the selection, straightening, trimming, splicing and extending of the feathers in preparation of dyeing and painting. Various types of eagle, hawk, owl and clicker feathers are covered, providing the techniques and tricks needed to produce top quality feathers.The second half of the book is devoted to comprehensive instructions for a dozen projects, including a warbonnet, traditional bustle, roach and hair feathers, wing and tail fans, and more! This book is an absolute must for every serious feather worker.

Price: 52 USD

Location: Williams, Oregon

End Time: 2025-01-09T22:18:01.000Z

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