holiday – Fire Oak Studio

Ornaments

It is that time of year again. Time to crank out the ornaments. All of these are on birch slices. Birch isn’t bad to burn on, The grain isn’t as prominent as say oak, but it is still present. Still, I am able to get some clear lines and details. I do these year roundContinue reading “Ornaments”

Holidays

It is the holiday season. I am finished with craft fairs for the year, so I have some time for special orders. I just updated my ArtFire store with some of my new items and several of my ornaments. I’ll continue adding more in the next week. I’m also working on my first gourd. I’m prettyContinue reading “Holidays”

Christmas Ornaments

I’ve already had people asking about my hand burned Christmas ornaments. I really have to start working on these earlier next year. I haven’t been able to list many online because I can’t keep them in stock locally. The good news is that I just received a large supply of wood slices to keep upContinue reading “Christmas Ornaments”

Update 11/1/2012

Fall is my busy time of year. All of my big craft shows are in the fall. It leaves me with little time for anything else and as such I have neglected my blog. Never fear, I am still here and still plugging away at my art. I finished my giant bowl just in timeContinue reading “Update 11/1/2012”

The End and the Beginning

The year 2011 is coming to a close. I have had a very productive and wonderful year with art. I started my craft business and really started to hone my pyrography and overall art skills. I have had a few stumbles along the way, but overall I think I am heading in the right direction.Continue reading “The End and the Beginning”

Holidays and Works in Progress

The holiday season is here. I have two more shows, but I still have some time for holiday commissions. Time is running out. If you are interested in a custom piece and want it in time for Christmas, please let me know before December 5th. Commissions are limited to items I currently have in stock.Continue reading “Holidays and Works in Progress”

Handmade for the Holidays

This year I would like to encourage people to either make at least one gift or to buy from an artist or craftsperson that specializes in handmade items. There are lots of reasons to do it. You’ll be giving someone something unique and personal. If you buy handmade, you’ll be supporting the artist and the art community.Continue reading “Handmade for the Holidays”

Owl Painting

I did this little painting as a holiday exchange on Epilogue. It is acrylic on coldpress paper 4×6 inches. Like the Letter A, it has gold paint that did not photograph well. The original is now in Sweden 🙂

Commission Sale

In the spirit of the holidays and keeping the current economy in mind I’m doing a sale on commissions. I am offering 4×6 to 5×7 paintings for $45. Examples of what I can do: The sale will last through the end of January, but if you are wanting a Christmas gift please get in touchContinue reading “Commission Sale”