Author Archives: Jay Trefethen

The Mermaid’s Secret

My latest carving. This is a small study of a mermaid, done mostly during breaks at the furniture shop. It measures about 4″ by 9 1/4.’ I’ve been carving like crazy lately, but it’s all been commissioned pieces. I love doing commissions, but they don’t leave a lot of free time for personal works likeContinue reading “The Mermaid’s Secret”

Amazing Animals at Artistree

Hi Everyone! Just a quick note to plug the Amazing Animals show at the Artistree Gallery in Pomfret, Vermont. I have two pieces in the show; Spirit of Focus and Dragon Twins. This is my first time participating in an Artistree show, and I’m really excited to be a part of it. The Artistree GalleryContinue reading “Amazing Animals at Artistree”

Library Arts Center and Stuff

Hey everyone. Just a quick update to let you know I have two pieces in this year’s Library Arts Center Regional Exhibit in Newport NH. Spirit of Trust and Dawn Dragon were both accepted and on display. This is an annual show that’s been a Newport arts staple decades. Way back when I lived inContinue reading “Library Arts Center and Stuff”

Cat Carvings, Dovetails and Turntables, Oh My

It’s been a while since I posted last. Good things are happening. I’ve been carving feline inspired wood sculptures. I figured I had plenty of cats to model for me, so why not. One thing about sculpture, it really tests ones knowledge of a subject. I thought I knew cats ‘like the palm of myContinue reading “Cat Carvings, Dovetails and Turntables, Oh My”

Merlin and the Troubadour

I recently completed a commission that I’ve been working on for quite a while. It’s titled Merlin and The Troubadour. It is a portrait of the founders of a children’s theater company dressed for a performance based on the famous King Arthur Legend. I’m very happy with how it came out. It is carved entirelyContinue reading “Merlin and the Troubadour”