Mark has been working on an owl with a carved base.

Here is Mark's latest commission. He is over 6' tall and coming along nicely! The bear is visible from the road so feel free to drive up Waughs Ferry Road in Amherst and take a look. You can't miss him.

Check him out! Swing by and see him if you haven' t already. He's at Amherst Lawn and Garden in Amherst up the road from The Briar Patch. 

Mark completed the Bald Eagle this weekend! Amazingly, all of the detail in the wings was done with the chainsaw. Other woodworking techniques were used in the process, including burning the detail around the eyes and talons. A whitewash stain created the head and tail feathers, and the gloss finish tied the whole piece together. View the eagle's gallery page.

Here is the latest sculpture, and eagle carved from a block of Walnut. I think eagles and hawks will be one of Mark's favorite subjects; he loves creating the wings and feather details. Next I asked him to carve a wolf. Oh, and I also have photos of an owl he started. More to come...

We were fortunate at the end of 2011 to get some great media coverage from the Amherst and Lynchburg newspapers and WSET-ABC13! Watch the video below which is now archived on ABC News! Pretty awesome...

Stump turned bear at GL and Chrystal Staton's store, Amherst Lawn and Garden. This big bear is looking good! Quite the landmark. Mark has worked on it since these photos were taken, so I'll be posting more soon. I can't wait to see what the Statons name it...

Today, Mark finished a bear for a friend's Christmas present. He started it yesterday and put the final touches and paint on it today. I named him Puddin' (inspired by a cute critter I know). As you'll see, I have a penchant for nicknames, and usually can't resist naming each bear. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night. - Dana & Mark  P.S. Bear#6 from the previous post was since named Harold.  

Mark finished this bear last weekend and it sold a few days later while on display at Amherst Lawn and Garden. Turn down your volume before you watch the video unless you like the sound of a dremel.