Hand Carved. Hyper real. impossibly wood.
Hyper-realistic wood carvings of iconic Hawaii clothing, street gear, culture and every-day life - crafted from Basswood with precision, patience and passion.
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Every piece begins as a block of basswood. Every wrinkle, stitch, crease and shadow is carved entirely by hand.
Hawaii.
Hand carved.
Every fold. Every Stitch. Every Shadow.
Carved entirely from wood.
the Hawaii collection
Inspired by the meaning of “Aloha” this comfy wood carved Hoodie is made from basswood and finished with a combination of enamel, leather and acrylic paints. This carving hangs neatly and securely by a nail or screw in the wall. It looks and feels like a hug waiting to be wrapped around you. This unique carving would be an amazing addition to a collection for the home, office, hotel or restaurant.
Materials used: Basswood, Enamel, Leather and Acrylic Paints
Dimensions: 44” L x 24” W x 4” H
Weight: 15lbs
Hours to complete: Approximately 145 hrs
Year Created: 2026
Inspired by our love for the Hawaiian Islands. Wanted to make a Hoodie that looked comfy and felt like a hug. Covered in Hawaiian themed patches this wood carved Hoodie is meant to bring comfort and ease, like sitting on the lanai on a cool morning watching the waves break.
Materials Used: Basswood, Enamel Paint, Leather Paints
Dimensions: 33” L x 17” W x 4”H
Hours to complete: Approximately 135 hrs
Year Created: 2026
Bring the Aloha spirit home with this one-of-a-kind “Hawaii” Wood Carved Folded Shirt by Bob Bruu. Hand-carved to capture the natural shape, folds, wrinkles, collar, and relaxed feel of a real T-shirt, this piece transforms everyday clothing into handcrafted wood art.
Finished in a bold Hawaiian red with raised white lettering, the simple “HAWAII” design makes a strong statement while celebrating the island lifestyle.
Hand-carved. Hand-painted. One-of-a-kind. A perfect addition to a beach house, surf room, home, office, or Hawaii-inspired collection.
A surf-inspired take on a familiar everyday staple, this “Après Surf” Folded Shirt is a one-of-a-kind wood carving by Bob Bruu. Meticulously carved to capture the natural folds, wrinkles, seams, and shape of a casually folded T-shirt, the piece transforms soft fabric into solid wood.
Finished in a vibrant aqua blue with coral-pink lettering, “APRÈS SURF” adds a playful coastal feel and a nod to the laid-back lifestyle of surfers.
This life size wood carved Aloha Shirt is made from basswood and finished with leather and acrylic paints. This carving literally hangs on a nail or screw securely. This is a classic aloha shirt pattern with white hibiscus flowers and a subtle navy blue shadowing. This carved shirt is finished on the front and back.
Basswood
Leather and Acrylic Paints
34” L x 15” W x 4” H
This life size wood carved Aloha Shirt is made from basswood and finished with leather and acrylic paints. This carving literally hangs on a nail or screw securely. This is a classic red aloha shirt pattern with white flowers and leaves. This carved shirt is finished on the front and back.
This life size hand carved and hand painted Aloha Shirt is made from basswood and finished with leather paints. This iconic carving is a tribute to the Aloha spirit. The bright color and floral pattern just brings a smile and a feeling of Aloha. This true one of a kind carving would be a show stopper in your home or office. It literally hangs by a nail or screw.
Basswood
Leather Paints
32” L x 17” W x 5” D
Bring the spirit of Hawaii into your space with this one-of-a-kind hand-carved “Ohana” Surf Flag by Bob Bruu. Carved from basswood and finished in soft coastal blue with vibrant coral-pink lettering, the flowing “Ohana” design celebrates the Hawaiian spirit of family, connection, and belonging.
The dimensional carved lettering and textured hand-painted finish give this piece the feel of a vintage surf-shop pennant while showcasing Bob Bruu’s signature craftsmanship.
Hand-carved. Hand-painted. One-of-a-kind. A beautiful statement piece for a beach house, surf room, home, or anyone who believes in the meaning of Ohana—family, always.
This gloriously orange wood carved Aloha Shirt is artfully carved out of basswood and finished with acrylic and leather paints. The design is a classic aloha shirt design, whimsical and fun. It’s a unique piece of art that would be an amazing focal point in a room. It literally hangs on a nail.
Basswood
Acrylic and Leather Paints
33” L x 16” W x 4” D
This wood carving is of a classically designed Aloha Shirt. Carved in a classic folded posture this makes an amazingly unique wall hanging. Perfect piece to add to your room or office to give you the proper Aloha vibe.
Carved Basswood
Leather Paints
16” x 14” x 2”
Make a statement with this bold, one-of-a-kind hand-carved “Surf” Flag by Bob Bruu. Carved from wood and finished in vibrant red with raised white lettering, this piece combines classic surf culture with Bob’s signature attention to texture, dimension, and detail.
The distressed, weathered finish gives it the character of a vintage surf-shop pennant, while the dimensional carved lettering makes the artwork stand out from every angle.
Hand-carved. Hand-painted. One-of-a-kind. A perfect statement piece for a surf-inspired home, beach house, office, or collection.
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Hyper-realistic, hand-carved wooden hats personally signed by sports legends and fully authenticated by Certificate of Authenticity Services like Beckett, JSA, TriStar, and Curry.
Featuring some of the greatest athletes of all time Steph Curry, Larry Bird, Allen Iverson, and more.
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My Rule of ONE…
Once I complete a Carving with an Athlete I never do that Athlete again.
The Owner will always have a true One of One.
What People Are Saying
Commissioned 1 of 1 Collectible - John Elway
“When I first saw the product that Bob created, I didn't think it was real because I had never seen anything like it ever before. After spending some time talking with him, I realized he had a passion for the art pieces he was creating. This passion was important to me and made the pieces that much more special. His works are very special and working with Bob was great from beginning to end."
Jayson C.Commissioned Wood Carved Hat
“My son recently graduated from Purdue University. As a graduation gift idea we chose to have a Purdue hat carved out of wood. I've seen Bob's amazing collections on Instagram, especially the team hats he's created which look just like the real thing! We commissioned Bob to do the work and he was very professional. He provided frequent updates and progress pictures. We were in kind of a rush and Bob delivered exactly when he said he would.
We received the hat which looked amazing. My son was in shock when he saw the carving as he had no idea and was an exact copy of the hat he wore through college. He was amazed how realistic the carving is the real hat.
I recommend Bob if you want a unique gift or other wood working project. We are very happy. Thank you Bob!!!!.”
Gary U.
Commissioned Hat - HiSessions Company Logo
"When I saw Bob's artwork, I immediately knew that we had to have a piece for our recording studio. It's not just the personalization that makes it fun, but the care and craftsmanship that you know has been put into the final product. We have our "hat" hanging in our studio as a set piece and people are amazed when they pick it up and realize that it is not a piece of clothing. Our plan is to get more items for fundraisers that we can have musicians sign. Such a unique and amazing product!"
Jon Y. - HiSessions Podcast & MusicCommissioned T-Shirt - Waterhole #3
“I stumbled upon Bob’s work through an art auction at the Cherry Creek Arts festival in Denver. I fortunately had the winning bid for a custom hat and worked with Bob to get my first artwork from him. I was truly impressed with the hat; so much so that it inspired me to contact Bob about something that I had been in a quandary about how to deal with. My wife’s family had owned a bar in rural Wyoming for a number of years and they had sold tee shirts with a unique logo that had become ubiquitous throughout the area. I had wanted to memorialize this logo in some fashion but wasn’t certain how to do this with a cotton tee shirt. This is where Bob got involved. I inquired about a commission to create a wood carving of the tee shirt. It turns out that this was a no brainer. Bob helped me visualize with sketches his idea for the wood carving and then it took off from there. Throughout the project Bob sent me photos of the work in progress. It was fascinating to watch a block of basswood turn into a true-to-life replica of the bar tee shirt on a hanger. We now have the tee shirt prominently and proudly displayed in our home. It is a masterpiece. It is unlike any other art in our collection and symbolic of many memories. Thanks Bob.”
Commissioned Hat - “Space City”
"Looks F#cking Sick!”
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