Chainsaw carving is quickly becoming a popular hobby for woodworkers and a lucrative way to earn money selling carvings. Learn the secrets of transforming an ordinary piece of wood into a striking work of art with easy-to-follow instructions for beginners from world champion chainsaw carver Jamie Doeren. Inside Chainsaw Carving a Bear you'll find 3 step-by-step projects for carving both realistic and caricature bears with a chainsaw that progress in difficulty. Also included is a complete overview on tools, safety, layout, reference materials, basic chainsaw cuts, and tips for designing your own chainsaw bear project.

Jamie Doeren is an award-winning artist with more than 27 years of experience in sculpture. The author of two books on chainsaw carving, he operates a sculpture business and gallery in Abrams, Wisconsin. Jamie has won three world championships and four national titles in chainsaw carving competitions, and is credited with the creation of the United Chainsaw Carver's Guild.