GALLERY OF COMMISSIONED or SOLD WORKS

	Viking Egg 16" H x 8" W x 8" D Gourd Type: The design used on this elegant piece was inspired from an animal head post from a Oseberg Ship. Viking carvings and metal work were sophisticated and often elegant. I'm deeply moved by there talent exhibited in the 860-870's- unbelievable! Awards: Blue ribbon in 2007 from the Alabama Gourd Society. Collection of the Fayette Art Museum (Fayette, AL)
	OWL Gourd 10 “ H x 11 1/2“ W x 7 ” D Gourd Type: Pear body, dipper legs, canteen base, and mix-breed wings OWL Gourd is a gourd pun of former VP, Al Gore. This "Owl" serves to remind us to protect our planet. "Invest in clean, renewable energy!" Collection Private Owner (Birmingham, AL)
	Freedom of Speech 14 1/2 “ H x 10 “ W x 3 1/2” D Gourd Type: Martin Freedom of speech is the inspiration for this mask. The act of speaking out can cause a black eye from time to time. In the area that I live, many of the local plant employees have been on strike for almost a year. This mask is a tribute to the families struggling due to corporate firms not looking out for their workers. Threats of moving industry overseas is breaking America. Private Owner
	Terrapin Station 22 1/2 " H x 13 1/2 " W x 12" D Gourd Type:Cut bybrid body, pear gourd legs, dipper tail Tribute to the Grateful Dead. A multi-colored crocheted hat adorns his little head... a must have for any Dead Head in your family! Collection of Jerry Brown (Hamilton, AL)
	Pryography with Leather 6"H x 6" W x 6" D Cut Hybrid Gourd Detailed wood burning and applied leather accents make this vessel a classic. Designs of fish, feathers, suns, and poke-a-dots dance around the rim. Designs of basket weaving thread themselves around the leather patches. Leather from hide purchased in Cherokee NC. Williams Collection Anderson, SC
	Gimmie's Fishes ? “ H x ?“ W x ?” D Gourd Type: California A large California gourd is split to create two parts from one; symbolizing the close bond of the two cats. Gimli (left) was killed during a dental cleaning and during the commission of this piece - which changed its entire intent. The piece became a tribute to a beloved lost Sphynx boy and to all of the unique toys and things in their life. For more information regarding deaths in felines when Ketamine is used please visit my friend's informational blog GIMMIESFISHES Collection of Kay & Jerry Marshall (Hamilton, AL)
	Lelamitie Anubis Nefercat of TrueZue ? “ H x ?“ W x ?” D Gourd Type: Pear A carved pear gourd commission for my friend, KY, whose Sphynx owner friends lost their pet three weeks after her Sphynx, Gimli, was killed. Commissed by: Kay & Jerry Marshall for the Collection of Terry and Sharron True (Tuscumbia, AL)
	Dancing Bands of the Midwest 10 “ H x 7 3/4 “ W x 7 1/4 ” D Gourd Type: Martin Vertically carved bands of flowers allow for a caved rendition of a Hopi Indian doll to be seen between. Techniques of dremel carving, and layering paint and stain are used on this elegant vase. Yerby Collection (Birmingham, AL)
	Bella Two Mask 19 “ H x 18 “ W x 6” D Gourd Type: Martin The Bella Two Mask is adorned with pheasant feathers and puffs of deer hide. Panels of paragrahed feathers surround the carved brow and eyes of the protecting bird. Secor Collection (Colorado)
	Color Blind 5 1/4" H x 9 3/4" W Gourd Type: Martin, with wood bottom Colorful peace signs wrap the edge of this heavily carved, open container. It features both painted and stained techniques. Hargett Collection (Alabama)
	Wake Up, America! 12" H x 7 1/2" W x 8" D Gourd Type: Martin Bright as a alarm clock to inspire others to speak about issue our country needs to address. Robertson Collection
	Four Rivers Pitcher 8" H x 11 " W x 8" D Gourd Type: Martin, with crooked dipper handle Pennington Indian blanket design inspired this bright pitcher. Williams Collection
	In Memorial to Rex Avery - the Minter Piece - Commissioned by K. Fikes Through the research involved in this piece I learned how Mr. Avery touched so many. My heart goes to his family for their loss of such a wonderful man. I was honored to be commissioned to create a piece the family can pass on to celebrate his story and life. Ed & Marla Avery Minter Collection (Hamilton, AL)
	Asian Journey I was commissioned by an individual to touch on the life of their dear friend who was retiring from nursing. She meet her husband in Vietnam while she was a trama nurse. Asian art has a special meaning to her. This being my first Asian style piece, it also has special meaning to me. I found it quite ironic that her retiring date is the same time I started my gourd art - Valentines Day -. Paths cross in mysterious ways.
	Beaded Rim Williams collection 7"H x8"W x 8"D cut martin gourd The design was inspired from Indian vessels used 500 -1000 years ago. The band around appears to interlock by the heavy carving. A series of paint then stain was used to achieve depth. The beaded edge draws interest by catching light beautifully.
	Bella Bella Mask 15" W x 13" H x 6" D Inspired from a NW costal Wooden mask from 19th century. The detailing in the carving and color moved this piece to the 20th century. Adorned with pheasant and turkey feathers, this mask serves as a guard for our Democratic party. Owner : Nancy Worley-super delegate Democratic party. Worley Collection (Montgomery, AL)
	Chief Spirit 32" H x 12 1/2"W x 6"D This Chief is carved from driftwood recovered from South AL, along the Tombigbee Waterway. I saw the image before I began carving with knives, chisels, and gouges. His image became more evident with fine tuning with Dremel carving. I still carve on this piece from time to time. I love the depth of his feathered headdress. The curves of the driftwood just lent itself so perfectly for flowing feathers, and his long hair. Williams collection
	Baily’s Love 18"w x 14"H x 18" D The piece created for the Baily’s has become one of my favorites. They invited me into their home and I was aware of their commitment to our Creator and each other. The leather patches bound by sinew symbolize the bond they share. The irregular shapes and altered stitches symbolize the change of direction life events caused and yet they have held together. The serene scenes of nature are environments they both share a love for. The Baily’s are very special to me and I enjoyed being able to tribute their love. Life and people are not perfect, but our Creator is.
	Wise Life 10" W x12"H x 10" D Nov. /2007 A very Special couple from IL commissioned me to create a piece involving different aspects of their life. A motorcycle ride on a sunny day thru Wise Co. Did the trick.
	Neck of the Woods (Tree-Houses) 13"H x 15"W x 9"D - Hybrid gourd is the 5th design in the series. Originally the design was one I envisioned to be for a bird feeder. The design now serves as a serene scene of peaceful woods as a sculptural piece. I love my neck of the woods here in rural Alabama. The tree houses hold a close place to my heart. Williams’s collection
	Woodland Pottery series 8" H x 9"W x 8" D Hepher Sister Commissions
	Indian/horse/tepee !0" W x 13"H An Indian scene wrapped around illustrating a Indian holding a horse with tepees in the background. Hepher Sister Commissions
	Banded together 10"H x 7 1/2"W x 7 1/2"D Blue ribbon winner in 07 Cullman Gourd Festival. Carved vertical bands have overlapping designs inspired from the mid-west. Bright colors are aged by staining and a layering of paint. Barnhart collection
	Bengal tiger 20"H x 10 1/2"W x 10 1/2" Large bottle-neck and martin base The endangered Bengal Tiger was carved, wood-burned, and stained with gourd master dyes. The flowing cliffs, with grasses and bonsai bushes are the setting for the prowling powerful loner. The Bengal is one of the 5 species of tiger still in existence. A Lesser Kestrel Falcon, also endangered, takes flight in a manner of leading the Tiger to another path. The base is cut out and fashioned to resemble roots and cherry blossoms. This is the first piece I utilized layering carved pieces to add additional depth. Durbar collection
	If you listen you can hear The carved black bird is of driftwood and has cedar legs. He is mounted on a driftwood cedar piece that has keyholes routered in the back for hanging. The black bird has his head cocked to one side as if he is listening to your conversation. The private owner mentioned exhibiting in the Museum of Anderson, SC. This has not been confirmed.
	Before and After Swing the Vote Worley Collection (Montgomery, AL)
	Bayonet Sheath 8"H x 16"W x 9"D Commission piece for a handle and sheath for the WW2 bayonet, a steel blade made to be attached at the muzzle end of a shoulder arm and used in hand to hand combat . The handle is of deer antler with a carved turtle on the end. This symbolizes to be slow to draw in anger. The sheath of saddle grade leather layered with a thin skin of leather to allow the grain of the underneath to be visable. A saddle stitch was done with loop on the back to string on a belt. The display stand is of pine knot and cradels an antler with carved Hopi Indian designs. The Bayonet knife and the stand became two works of art that can stand alone but belong together. Durbar collection
DONATED WORKS
	Jaguar Mask Donation to the Northwest Ala. Arts Council, Inc.
	Donation to the Hamilton Band Boosters Aggie Band 2008