When world champion waterfowl carvers talk about early influences on their careers, they usually mention Bruce Burk. Now duck carvers of all levels can improve the quality of their work with guidance from this legendary artist. Decorative Decoy Carver's Ultimate Painting & Pattern Portfolio, Revised Edition features page after page of Burk's classic full-size patterns, feather detail, gorgeous color painting charts and detailed mixing instructions. It covers both the drakes and hens of 42 popular and beautiful species, including dabbling ducks, whistling ducks and diving ducks. An introduction offers advice on photography, color, competitions and working with patterns. More than 120 reference photos of the ducks in their natural habitat are provided, along with an inspiring color gallery of outstanding decorative and hunting decoys. For carvers who have difficulty making their own drawings--or have limited access to live or mounted birds--this book will become a priceless tool in creating award-winning decoys.