I enjoy making sculptures to suit the style of gardens I create. These involve the Japanese art of Shou Sugi-Ban where wood is burnt several times to reveal the texture of the grain and protect it from weathering.

“The Life Beneath” represents the importance of life in the soil.

“The Life Beneath” represents the importance of life in the soil.

 
 
Shou Sugi-Ban reveals hidden textures and patterns in the grain of this Sequoia.

Shou Sugi-Ban reveals hidden textures and patterns in the grain of this Sequoia.