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Carved Shell.  Mahogany.

The model was a beautiful small shell less than an inch long.

Jasper. Mahogany.

My son kept a flying gecko as a pet...

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Fossils. Mixed Woods.

A series of fossil forms.

Old Man of the Wood. Oak.

This piece was featured in an early Fine Woodworking Design book.

Whale Bone. Mahogany.

The model was a whale vertebra found on a California beach.

Braid. Hard Maple with Koa base.

I used to believe this piece was historically unique until I found a braid example in ancient Norse Art.

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A View through the Trees. Mahogany.

A study of tree forms.

Lobster Fossil.  Cherry and Voladore.

The work is carved through the Voladore veneer in the cameo style. ie. In the negative.

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The Phoenix. Mahogany.

The story of the Phoenix is one of rebirth.

Carved Dove Mirror. Mahogany.

The inspiration for this piece was an old quilt pattern from the depression.