The Artist

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Already possessing a solid art background since childhood, I started woodcarving in 1993 after I acquired a small set of carving tools. My first attempt was a bearded "wood spirit" face, which I scrawled into a piece of found driftwood. After many failed attempts and several piles of firewood later, I eventually improved my skills and now enjoy myself immensely. Having been raised in the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania, I constantly find inspiration among the rural settings. I have resided there to this day. Woodcarving is my passion; I live it and breathe it.

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My carved pieces have found their way into many collectors homes, in the U.S. and abroad. In 2000 I was recognized as "Santa Carver of the Year", after having won Woodcraft's National Santa Carving contest. My work has appeared in Woodcarving Illustrated several times, and I have authored five books to date through Fox Chapel Publishing. Through God's grace, I find myself very fortunate and grateful to have generated such interest in my work.

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Although I have carved many different subjects, I am mostly known for my whimsical folk art pieces and custom walking sticks. I also enjoy creating items of faith by incorporating biblical scripture on walking sticks.

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All my carvings are created by hand, one by one, using all hand tools. Each carving is an original, and stands apart from the others. 

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If you have any questions about my work, feel free to contact me.