Carved Wood Forms
A client came to me and commissioned me to carve a sculptural form out of a log I had reclaimed from my parents silver maple tree they had to cut down because of decay. The client was interested in having the shape carved to act as a bowl, but with dividers to give value to each object that was highlighted inside the form. I treat each carved form differently, either relating to the wood, or responding to the concepts or feel my customer desires. I could produce something similar to this form again, but it would never be exactly the same. Bring me your idea and I will come up with something that you will cherish for each generation. Or you can ask me to come up with a custom work of art for your office, home, or cabin. The time to produce this work will be dependent on the details and size. I can provide a better idea of time based on my schedule and the specific project. Typically allow 6-8 weeks for custom work like this. Sometimes this is faster. Click the Contact Maker button to get started having a conversation about what you desire. Please also take a look at my other listings. Thank you for your interest in my work. Darin White
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As an artist, I found my love of objects at an early age. I was always drawing diagrams on napkins and discussing how things were made, like my father and grandfather. They owned and operated a display manufacturing business, so I was around design and material process from the beginning. My entrepreneurial career began around the age of seven, when I asked my dad to help me cut out some wood shapes on a small jigsaw, added color and sold them on the driveway. i was hooked.
After a year playing college football and throwing javelin in Indiana, I honed my art skills especially metal fabrication and casting finishing with a BFA in sculpture at the University of Kansas. During art school my brother Brian and I designed and made alternative clothing for the skate crowd. My wife and I began selling visual merchandising products to retailers, eventually garnering major clients all over the world. We also started HAVA studios to collaborate on creative projects which led to unique and very high end work. Many times I was providing the design and project management and not having the time to work on the making. I have had to carve out time to make art and also collaborated with my wife on award winning public art.
A few years ago, after chain saw carving a large 8' sculpture out of a huge spalted maple log. The wood cut away was so beautiful, so I carved my wife small piece and hung it on a silver chain. She received many comments and requests about the "wearable sculpture" pendant and I started making them for family and friends, and eventually galleries. Because splating is a natural process; like a finger print, there are no two alike. I expanded the hand carvings to earrings and rings, and then started making other objects including small freestanding sculptures and charcuterie/cheese serving boards, while filling custom requests for furniture and lighting as well as interior design.
My work is driven by my love of shape and form. I tend to be minimal in design. I work with whatever material is the best for the project but have an affinity for wood and metal. I also work in stone, acrylic, glass, resin, foam, and many other unique materials. I take commissions while also producing my original designs. My fine artwork is available upon request.
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Paul Cugno
For Natural Burl Wood Charcuterie Or Serving Board5.0When I received this board I was sceptical that I would not be fully satisfied for as an art collector for 40 years I have become very demanding. Well to my incredulous view of this final product was without any doubt absolutely stunning. Darin White is an accomplished artist let alone a true professional who follows his client from beginning to final shipment. I truly hope that craftsmen of this caliber stay in business for a long time. Thanks again Darin and best of luck.
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Douglas Ander
For Walnut Wood Charcuterie, Cheese, Bread, Serving Or Cutting Board5.0Beautiful cheese board. It is well crafted and looks spectacular. Used it for the first time last night and would love to share the picture we took of a lovely cheese course. Darin was always in communication with me and make sure every step was to my liking. When I took a wrong turn because I had no clue what I was looking for him to create he nicely steered me in the right direction. This was an anniversary gift for 29 years of marriage which is furniture. A cheese board for wonderful nights of cheese and wine seemed appropriate and Darin did a great job.
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Mike Lipsitz
For Walnut Wood Charcuterie, Cheese, Bread, Serving Or Cutting Board4.8Darin made us a fantastic cheese board, custom engraved with details for our anniversary. He was responsive and turned the order around very quickly for us, including some extra steps required to obtain the board itself. Thanks, Darin!
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Jan Findley
For Live Edge Charcuterie, Cheese, Bread Serving / Cutting Board / Tray5.0We are very pleased with the craftsmanship and professionalism of Darin. He communicated well throughout the process and the final board is a real work of art. We will definitely be using him again.
LGLeslie Galbraith
For Live Edge Charcuterie, Cheese, Bread Serving / Cutting Board / Tray5.0I started talking with Darin about a charcuterie board in late 2019. I had something in my mind's eye and Darin patiently continued a dialogue with me for months to realize something really beautiful (thanks Darin, the board arrived today). From showing me previous commissions, finished boards currently available in his store, to rough, unworked raw material in his workshop, we eventually decided on a path forward. From there Darin consulted me about dimensions, finish and options for fill. Honestly, once the wood was selected for the work, I deferred to him for most decisions because, after all, he is the expert and I obviously share many of his preferences, or I wouldn't have landed on his site in the first place. The board is stunning and the wood's natural quirks and details shine.
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