Chainsaw Carved Bear Mailbox

In the woods of Northern New Jersey, Wyatt Harrison, a master wood worker, took on a new direction in 2015 and cut his first log into a chainsaw carving. After seeing the personality of his carvings come to life and his creativity began to flourish, he attended many craft events. It was then that Wyatt saw how much his carvings brought a smile to someone's face and how much they meant to someone.

"My wife would give my bears a name, she made tags that said "Please look after this bear," and gave them hats or scarves. I could not believe how much people connected with them, and how quickly I sold my carvings. I loved the photos and compliments I received on my carvings as well, it really made me feel good that someone had a piece of my creativity in their homes."

Wyatt started carving logs into trees and pumpkins, then ventured onto carving bears. His carving ability and designs enabled him to create bears in such a unique way, each having their own personality but with that signature look. After a year of carving bears, Wyatt is now carving eagles, tree houses, custom pieces, and carved signs. Building a growing reputation, Wyatt's work is featured at local garden centers, craft shows and at his wood shop in Hewitt NJ.