For the cunning little black bear cub, the clown of the forest, select a block 1 1/4 inches thick, 3 inches high, and 5 inches long, with the grain of the wood running in the direction of the arrow, Figure 52.

After the block is rough cut, begin carving around the nose of the bear, which extends beyond the outer portion of the body. Follow the top view, Figure 56.

When the face has been blocked in, carve the feet. Figures 53 and 54 show the right and left views.

Figure 55 shows the cub from the rear. V-notch the hind legs, keeping the blade sharp for this work.

In carving the tree branch, leave the wood rough to simulate bark. Follow Figure 57 for painting.

Figure 52

Figure 55

Figure 56

Figure 57