Decoy carving ducks

Daniel Montano started carving in 1987 when he was in National City Junior High School in San Diego County. He is known for his palm frond carvings and feather work. Since first picking up an airbrush back in high school in 1990, the airbrush has become his tool of choice. He paints with acrylics and uses tupelo. My first attempt at decoy carving was a ruddy duck. That was in 1987, and I was 13. My love for the ruddy has only grown since then. It is still my favorite species. I have painted…

My latest carving

PRICES MAY VARY. In a true-to-life pose, the ornately beautiful, immediately recognizable wood duck peers out from his cozy tree cavity. An eye-catching, 3-dimensional wall sculpture replicating the original carved wood decoy by world champion carver, Phil Galatas. Cold cast and meticulously hand-painted. Realistic glass eyes Product Dimension: 1/2"W x 16"H x 8-1/2"D. In a true to life pose, the ornately beautiful, immediately recognizable wood duck peers out from his cozy tree cavity. An…

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This is the hen once it’s been textured. In the next issue, we’ll tackle the painting. There are many ways to paint a hunting decoy. I have found that one good way to begin the process is by using acrylic paste mixed with texture paste to create a good surface for the paint. I add this texture with a sponge or hog-bristle brush, which add imperfections and dimples that diffract light from the surface and keeps the decoy from shining. Once I've carved and sealed the decoy, I do one final…

Texturing black ducks. Liquitex light modeling paste, paint and a trusty sponge! A little combing work through the back of the head to show feather flow. #duck #decoy #art #painting #carving...

Welcome to The Woodcarver's Cabin. There are many ways to make a duck decoy. I'll show you how I do it and I'll guide you through the process step by step.

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