In creating driftwood animal sculptures, something that brings me joy, I intend to share with you a smile, an inspiration, and a moment of childhood reminiscence. Come with me on a treasure hunt as I seek just the right driftwood pieces to rescue to life. Driftwood as a medium was a blessed discovery in 2005. Kevin and Jennifer hired a sitter for the kids and took an afternoon get-away walking along the beach of Lake Superior. It was there that Jennifer found a large piece of water-logged wood that she insisted would look “just perfect” in her flower garden. Her husband with an "As you wish" frame of mind told her to "Wait here" while he carried it over a mile back to the car. Anticipating his return for what grew into a long time, Jennifer began noticing the many small pieces of driftwood scattered on the shore and marveled at all the different shapes and textures. One resembled a moose snout, another antlers, and so she became inspired to make a little moose right there in the sand before he returned. Upon seeing the small moose, Kevin was greatly impressed and encouraged her to bring it home to showcase in an upcoming art studio tour. The driftwood moose was well received! She decided to continue playing with the intriguing washed up sticks and has made over 175 large and small driftwood creations ever since.
