Hello,
I am an artisan who has been creating things for a long time. I really came into my own when I became inspired with the Shou Sugi Ban techniques during my sabbatical of solo unsupported bicycling from the Atlantic to the Pacific.​
My last climb (McKenzie Pass) ran me straight into a 65 square mile lava flow. The vast field of black lava rocks got me to creating in the Shou Sugi Ban style which has morphed into may other ideas! My etsy shop (GorillaBarkStudios) showcases the coasters, spoon rests and other items.
My passion is creating high end ultra premium items to honor our military and first responders; while at the same time, gifting as much as possible along the way. Check out the tiger maple "come and take it" whiskey display I donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth. It went for an impressive $7,500.
Also, my customers are automatically entered into my "annual customer drawing" for a high end item! It's designed, made and delivered all on my dime! ​