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Wildfowl Carving Magazine Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Spring 2025 Issue
April 15 , 2025Northbrook, IL–Wildfowl Carving Magazine proudly marks its fortieth anniversary with a special Spring 2025 issue, celebrating four decades of artistry, craftsmanship, and dedication to the wildfowl carving community. This commemorative issue—which depicts a stunning preening hen mallard by Tom Christie on the cover—features exclusive content highlighting the evolution of the art form, expert insights, and an exciting lineup of patterns and demonstrations.
The Spring 2025 issue includes:
- REFERENCE: Ruby-Throated Hummingbird – Rick Burkman provides an in-depth look at this vibrant species, offering key reference materials for carvers. Jean Minaudier’s detailed carving pattern and color guide for the species will help carvers bring this dynamic bird to life.
- INTERVIEW: Tom Christie– During this special conversation with master carver and Ward Living Legend Tom Christie, the artist reflects on his storied career and the legacy of wildfowl carving.
- DEMONSTRATION: 40 Spots for 40 Years, Part One – Lori Corbett carves a forty-spotted pardalote in honor of Wildfowl Carving Magazine’s milestone anniversary. Her pattern of the species will help other carvers get started on this project.
- DEMONSTRATION: The Turtleback Harlequin, Part One – Keith Hendrickson introduces a fresh take on harlequin ducks by carving one with the Upper-Chesapeake treatment. He provides a pattern to guide carvers in replicating this new approach.
- CLASS NOTES: Green-Winged Teal Drake – Rich Smoker shares his pattern and notes for the creation of a sleek, bullet-fast gunning decoy for hunting and display.
Also in this issue, the “Reader Showcase” highlights the work of up-and-coming carvers.
For 40 years, Wildfowl Carving Magazine has been the premier resource for carving enthusiasts, bridging tradition and innovation while honoring the masters of the craft. This special anniversary issue is a testament to the passion and talent of carvers worldwide.
The Spring 2025 issue is available through subscription and individual purchase on the Wildfowl Carving Magazine website. For more information, visit www.wildfowl-carving.com.