River King
A grizzly stands chest-deep in moving water, a fresh catch held firmly in its jaws. The vertical grain of the red cedar carries the current through the lower third of the piece, blurring the boundary between the burned image and the natural wood.
The bear's coat required the most sustained work, building density through hundreds of individual strokes to separate wet fur from dry, shadow from highlight. The lighter heartwood of the cedar provided the structure for the water's surface and the fish's scales, allowing the natural color variation to do what an additional medium would in a painting.
River King
2025
MEDIUM
Pyrography on red cedar
FINISH
Water-based polycrylic
DIMENSIONS
7.5” x 16” x 1”
STATUS
Available
$450
A grizzly stands chest-deep in moving water, a fresh catch held firmly in its jaws. The vertical grain of the red cedar carries the current through the lower third of the piece, blurring the boundary between the burned image and the natural wood.
The bear's coat required the most sustained work, building density through hundreds of individual strokes to separate wet fur from dry, shadow from highlight. The lighter heartwood of the cedar provided the structure for the water's surface and the fish's scales, allowing the natural color variation to do what an additional medium would in a painting.
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Each piece is carefully packaged with custom protective materials to ensure safe transit. Originals ship via insured carrier within the continental United States. International shipping is available on request. Delivery typically takes 5 to 10 business days from the date of purchase.
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Each piece is sealed with a protective finish, but wood is a natural material that responds to its environment. Display away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and high humidity. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. A detailed care guide is included with every piece.
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Due to the one-of-one nature of each piece, all sales are final. If a piece arrives damaged, contact me within 48 hours of delivery with photographs and I will work with you to resolve it.