The three most basic techniques of wood carving in Dongyang are

1, high relief carving: high relief carving is one of the main techniques of Dongyang wood carving. By carving the surface of the wood into raised patterns and images to give it a strong sense of three-dimensionality. The carver uses a carving knife and other tools to raise the patterns out of the wood with fine skills and techniques, forming a contrast between light and dark and a sense of hierarchy.

2, shallow relief: shallow relief is another common technique in Dongyang wood carving. Compared with high relief carving, shallow relief carving depth is shallow, patterns and images are relatively flat. This technique focuses on the outlining of lines and the expression of details, showing the beauty and artistic effect of the pattern by carving and sculpting the surface of the wood.

3, line carving: line carving is a simple but important technique in Dongyang wood carving. By using a carving knife to carve delicate lines and ornaments on the surface of the wood, forming patterns and decorative effects. Line carving can be used to outline, depict the texture and performance details, is the carver to express the creative intent and increase the artistic effect of an important means.