This is a hand carved sculpture in a Pine knot. This is a wood carving of a wood spirit. It is a collectible face made by me, Josh Carte, here in Ohio. It will be a unique wood gift for him or her.
This is a large carving for a cheap price. It's older inventory and I need to make room for the new. Get it while it lasts!
Pine knots are sort of like the forest's driftwood. When a Pine tree dies and rots away, all that is left is rotted wood and Pine knots. Anywhere a branch meets the base of a tree, a knot is formed. The pitch-filled, resilient knots remain in tact much longer than the rest of the tree.
Some say that there are spirits that inhabit the knots that allow them to remain for so long...My job is to release the spirits :)
This carving measures 24" tall, 4" wide and 2" thick. I have signed and dated the back of this carving. A certificate telling a bit about me is included :)
This is a really large Pine knot :)
Everything in my shop is made by my two hands.
My collectible wood spirit carvings make great gifts to friends, loved ones, or oneself. They are all unique and one-of-a-kind.
I carve my wood spirit wood carvings using rotary hand tools...more specifically, a Foredom. This tool is similar to a dentist's tool. There are various cutters used in a hand piece that is powered by an electric motor. I just love carving these crazy characters!
"Bedtime Wizard"
TO GO TO MY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoshCarteArt
TO SEE ALL OF MY AVAILABLE WOOD SPIRIT WOOD CARVINGS:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoshCarteArt?ref=hdr_shop_menu§ion_id=13882241
I live and carve in the Hocking Hills region of Southeastern Ohio. I live in the woods in a house made of wood, spending most of my time carving.........you guessed it, WOOD :)
Feel free to contact me for any reason via: Etsy, carpcuts [!at] live.com or 740-385-4487. Have a great day!
1-3 business days
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Yes, I sometimes take custom orders :) Contact me and we can discuss the specifics.
I really enjoy creating themed walking sticks such as Odin, Thor, Baron Samedi or many, many other possibilities. If you'd like a stick with bears, owls, or whatever else you might have in mind, just shoot me a message and we can discuss it.
I am also happy to make custom chainsaw carvings of about any animal or object you'd like.
I know that, as a customer, you expect a certain level of control over the custom process and I, as an artist, expect a certain level of freedom. When we are able to meet in the middle, beautiful things can happen :)
Don't be afraid to message me :) Thanks so much!
My carvings can be cleaned using many different methods. A feather duster works nicely. Compressed air (duster or air compressor) also works well. If on a porch or indoors, my carvings will never need a new coat of sealer. Chainsaw carvings that are outdoors will need a fresh coat of sealer each year.