56" x 35" x 5" 2072 pieces

“Jaguar Jungle” is an original 3D intarsia mural that brings the depth and energy of the rainforest to life through an intricate blend of form, texture, and natural color. Crafted from over 20 species of wood—including Ash and White Oak for the foliage; Wenge and Black Walnut for the background; Bloodwood, Satinwood, Lignum Vitae, Poplar, and Bird’s Eye Maple for the parrot; and Snakewood and Wenge for the boa—each element is thoughtfully selected to enhance realism. The jaguar itself is composed of 667 individually shaped pieces, using Australian Cypress, Wenge, Aspen, Ebony, Beech, and Satinwood to create a rich, dimensional focal point. Additional woods such as Bubinga, Jatoba, Brazilian Ebony, Pink Ivory, and Blue Pine add depth and variation throughout the piece. Hidden within the dense jungle are numerous South American animals, inviting the viewer to discover each one and experience the work as both a visual and interactive exploration of the wild.

8' x 8' 657 pieces

In the art collection of Rebecca Watson, AL.

This striking 8-by-8-foot depiction of a humpback whale and calf is composed of 675 meticulously crafted pieces. It features an elegant blend of Black Walnut, Bird’s-eye Maple, and Ebony, with rare Washington State Black Walnut Burl used to create the barnacles. Beneath the mother whale, the small remora fish are delicately fashioned from Sycamore.

The installation was transported and assembled in three substantial sections, and now occupies a commanding position against a rich turquoise-blue wall, perfectly framed by a dramatic two-story window that overlooks tranquil lake views.

Now part of the private collection of Rebecca Watson of Alabama, this commissioned work was inspired by her unforgettable encounter with humpback whales during a visit to Hawaii, capturing both the wonder and emotional resonance of that experience.

30" x 42" 1045 pcs.
In the art collection of Judy Gore, CA

Comprising 1,045 meticulously crafted pieces and measuring 30 by 42 inches, this striking work earned Best in Scroll Saw Intarsia at the 2009 Design in Wood exhibition in San Diego, California. The background is composed of Beech, Sycamore, Zebrawood, Black Walnut, and Wenge, demonstrating a masterful use of natural wood tones to create depth—subtly pushing the background into the distance while bringing the subject vividly forward. In contrast, Blue Pine is used to depict a distant herd of Indian elephants, enhancing the sense of atmosphere and scale.

Now part of the private collection of Judy Gore of California, the piece was commissioned after she encountered the artist’s “Jaguar Jungle” and envisioned a similarly dynamic composition inspired by India, featuring a leaping tiger, elephants, and cubs. The tiger’s head and outstretched paw dramatically extend beyond the frame, with Ash claws projecting outward and the lower forelimb emerging from the surface to create a compelling three-dimensional effect.

The tiger’s form is richly articulated: a Tigerwood body with Wenge striping and Aspen accents, complemented by high-gloss Yellowheart and Ebony eyes with delicate Holly highlights. The tongue is rendered in Pink Ivory and Bloodwood, adding vivid contrast. Nearby, tiger cubs lie concealed within layered grasses of light and dark Sycamore.

Throughout the composition, the strategic use of deep Wenge beneath the tiger intensifies the illusion of depth, causing the background to recede while subtly drawing the cubs forward—an elegant demonstration of both technical precision and artistic vision.

60" x 40" x 6" 2072 pieces
Leopard's Lair in the art collection of Robert LaCroix, Bend OR.

This original 3-dimensional intarsia mural is a tour de force of craftsmanship and design. Created from more than 20 species of wood, it brings the richness and mystery of the African Congo to life through both scale and extraordinary detail.

The lush environment is rendered with Ash and White Oak leaves, set against a deep, atmospheric background of Wenge, Cherry, and Black Walnut. Flowing through the composition, the river and cascading waterfalls are formed from spalted maple, their natural patterns evoking movement and light. Vibrant wildlife emerges throughout: a brilliantly colored parrot crafted from Bloodwood, Poplar, and Bird’s-eye Maple; a coiled boa in striking Snakewood; and a commanding leopard composed of Wenge, Aspen, Ebony, Yellowheart, Holly, Pink Ivory, and Black Walnut. Additional exotic woods—including Bubinga, Jatoba, and Tigerwood—further enrich the palette.

Hidden within the dense jungle foliage are 35 animals native to the Congo, inviting careful exploration. Among them are forest elephants in Black Walnut, forest buffalo and gorillas in Ebony, a grey parrot in Maple, Bloodwood, Wenge, and Poplar, and a red lechwe in Tigerwood and Poplar. Colobus monkeys, red forest hogs, a sycamore chameleon, spalted maple hippos, Lignum Vitae crocodiles, a Sapele bushbuck, African crowned cranes, guinea hens in Snakewood, and a black leopard cub all contribute to the layered narrative. Additional figures include a bongo, okapi, and other species, each rendered in thoughtfully selected woods to capture their unique character.

A Pink Ivory blossom winds along a Black Walnut vine, while a Zebrawood branch anchors the composition, tying together the intricate interplay of form and texture.

“Leopard’s Lair” earned both Best in Scroll Saw Intarsia and the People’s Choice Award at the 2011 Design in Wood exhibition in San Diego, California—an apt recognition of its exceptional artistry, depth, and immersive detail.

12' x 6' 1619 pcs.
In the art collection of Robert LaCroix, Bend, OR

Crafted in three large panels that fit together seamlessly and composed of 18 distinct wood species, this intricate work brings together a vibrant assembly of 20 animals, including two bull elk, a cow and calf, eagle, hawk, fox, robin, skunk, blue jay, squirrel, and rabbit. Each figure is thoughtfully crafted through carefully selected hardwoods: the mountain lion, for example, is formed from Beech, Sycamore, Holly, Ebony, Poplar, Yellowheart, and Pink Ivory, while the resting fox is artfully composed of Holly, Wenge, and Tigerwood.

Commissioned for the private collection of Robert LaCroix, the piece was designed to grace the entry hall of his retirement home, capturing the beauty of the surrounding Three Sisters mountain landscape. The composition weaves together sweeping mountain vistas, native wildlife, and a deeply personal touch—a miniature depiction of his home, complete with a tiny St. Bernard honoring a beloved companion.

4.5' x 5' 1075 pcs.
In the art collection of Dr. Brent Edgerton, Yale, MI

“Whitetail Woods” is a masterfully executed sculptural intarsia mural that captures the quiet majesty and layered depth of a North American woodland. Measuring 4½ feet wide by 5 feet tall, the composition comprises more than 1,075 individually crafted pieces and represents over five months of meticulous work, with an additional 60 hours devoted solely to the original pattern design.

Crafted from a rich palette of natural hardwoods—including Walnut, Cherry, Maple, Aspen, and White Oak to evoke the surrounding forest, complemented by the deeper tones of Wenge and Ebony for contrast and dimension—each element is thoughtfully selected to mirror the textures and hues of the natural landscape. At its heart, two fighting whitetail bucks emerge as the commanding focal point, their forms rendered through intricately shaped pieces that convey striking realism and dynamic movement. Their antlers, carved from a single 2-inch slab of ash, lend a remarkable three-dimensional presence to the work.

Subtle details throughout the scene reward close observation, revealing a hidden menagerie woven into the composition: a raccoon, grouse, squirrel, rabbits, wolves, an owl, black bear, nuthatch, Baltimore Oriole, and chickadee. Together, these elements enrich the narrative, transforming the piece into both a serene visual experience and a refined celebration of nature through the artistry of wood.

30" x 40" 860 pcs.

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This richly detailed intarsia mural measures 40" x 30" x 6" deep and is composed of 860 meticulously crafted pieces. The scene captures a moment of natural instinct and quiet storytelling: from a playful litter of Labrador Retriever pups, one stands apart—alert, focused, and born to hunt—while its siblings remain absorbed in play. Nearby, a vigilant mother duck surges forward to protect her ducklings, as the drake watches attentively, keeping a cautious eye on both the approaching pup and the distant figures of the master and mother Labrador.

The composition is brought to life through an extraordinary range of woods, including Sycamore, Beech, Black Walnut, Yellowheart, Bird’s-eye Maple, Poplar, Lacewood, Madrone, Pink Ivory, Sapele, White Oak, Ash, Cherry, Ebony, Wenge, Bocote, Tulipwood, and Zebrawood. Fine details elevate the work further: the frog is carved from Lignum Vitae, while the dragonfly is delicately rendered in Bocote and Tulipwood.

The ducklings—crafted from Yellowheart, Ebony, Beech, and Black Walnut—are partially concealed beneath layered overlays of Ash and White Oak marsh grasses, complemented by Lacewood cattails that lend both texture and realism. The water itself is formed from Spalted Maple, its natural figuring suggesting gentle movement and reflection. A charming detail awaits close observers—a tiny snail, intricately shaped from Bocote and Lacewood, tucked subtly within the scene.

Together, these elements create a vivid narrative, blending technical mastery with a keen sensitivity to nature’s quiet drama.