Wood Carved Art
Making the Ordinary, Extraordinary.
Wood carving for me began as a quest to create something lifelike using nothing more than a piece of wood and simple tools. Over time, my methods have matured, and my work now often edges toward hyperrealism—aiming to give life and character to objects that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Some carvings carry a quiet presence, blending seamlessly into their surroundings until a closer look reveals that the “everyday object” is, in fact, wood. Other times, I deliberately collide realism with graphic design, letting each piece develop its own unique voice and character, distinct from the rest.
Wood is a timeless medium—capable of being shaped, transformed, left bare, or layered with finish. My goal is to push both myself and the material to new limits. Each carving I complete is not just an artwork, but a step forward in that ongoing journey.
It all starts with a block of wood.
The Aloha Shirt Collection.
This bold and organic collection of Wood Carved Aloha Shirts creates a profound and meaningful connection to the rich Hawaiian island culture for me. Through this work, I strive to transform raw wood into a powerful and compelling visual narrative that honors the beauty of nature, the fluidity of movement, and the essential harmony of balance.
The 1 of 1 Autograph Collection
Exclusively Autographed Wood Carved Hats, each Signature is certified by trusted Certificate of Authentication services (Beckett, NBA, MLB, Curry, etc.).
Every Wood Carved Hat is a unique 1-of-1 Collectible, never duplicated after an Athlete’s signature.
Own a rare piece celebrating your favorite Athlete.
Check back often, New Collectibles added regularly.
COMING SOON:
Saquon Barkley - 3x Pro Bowler, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Super Bowl Champion LXI
Jimmy Johnson - 2x Super Bowl Coach of the Dallas Cowboys
3 OU Heisman Winners on 1 Hat- Steve Owens ‘69, Billy Sims ‘78 and Josh White ‘03
Custom Requests/Commissions
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Clothing
Have a favorite piece of clothing that holds deep sentimental value or proudly represents your favorite team and sport? A custom carved shirt or jersey crafted from wood is an amazing and unique addition to any home or office space, blending personal meaning with remarkable artistry.
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Shoes
Have a favorite pair of sneakers, high heels, or boots that you cherish and wish to transform into a unique piece of art? I can skillfully replicate them in wood, creating stunning, realistic carvings that will look amazing displayed in your home or office.
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Hats
Get your favorite team’s hat beautifully crafted in wood for a truly unique keepsake. Own a business? There’s no better way to proudly display your logo than with a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Gallery
All of my wood art is hand carved and hand painted, mainly using basswood and leather paints. My carvings can take anywhere from 20 to 200+ hours to complete.
My Workshop and Studio is a 100+ yr. old refurbished barn in the historic district of Downtown McKinney, TX.
Click HERE to see the latest on where I’ll be exhibiting my work next.
I know buying art is a very personal thing and I’m always humbled by those that choose to invest in my work. If you want to learn more and see what works are currently available Click Below.
Testimonials.
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Gary U.
“My son recently graduated from Purdue University. As a graduation gift idea we chose to have a Purdue hat carved out of wood.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.Thank you Bob!!!!”
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Jake & Tiffany R.
“Our experience with Bob was world class. We brought an idea to him and he turned it into an unbelievable, detailed work of art. The finished product is something we’ll truly cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you Bob!”