A Gallery of artwork by Woodburning artist & Pyrographer, Don Worden
The Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia is one of the most photographed mills in the United States. It has been the subject for calendars, postcards and other forms of artistic expression for many years. It is also one of Don's favorite man-made subjects, having been woodburned by him on many occasions. Don can provide a copy of this mill in a variety of sizes. If you are interested in the Mabry Mill, contact Don for information about getting your personal individualized burning of Mabry Mill.
Something new & special: Fan-Carved Peace Birds by Carolyn
There may be another show or two added to our schedule. When that occurs, they will be posted here. In the meantime, if you have a special request for a unique, "one-of-a-kind" burning for that someone special--or just for yourself, contact us at www.arquistudiogo.com.
An opportunity to enjoy a unique piece of handcrafted art...
and memories that last a lifetime...
For over thirty years, Don has been experimenting with, and developing his own unique approach to the ancient art form known as pyrography. This experimenting led Don to basswood as his choice of wood. The softest of the hardwoods, its nearly grainless surface provides a natural canvas for creating replicas of God's scenic beauty.
Don's subjects often are drawn from nature and include animals, birds and other scenic representations of God's creation. They also include such man-made creations as old mills, covered bridges and homesteads. Don has created many, many burnings of people's homesteads from a bygone era. The monochromatic approach gives a feeling similar to the old sepia prints from early generations of photographs. Don's attention to such details such as perspective and shading give a photographic quality to his work.
Woodburnings from St. Basil's Cathedral in Red Square, to the Blue Ridge Parkway and animals, lighthouses and bridges in between...
Subject matter for Don's woodburnings has greatly expanded through the years, and includes special landmarks (such as St. Basil's Cathedral in Red Square, Moscow), and a wide variety of animals and birds captured in their natural settings. Included are such diverse items as wooden business cards (16 by 12 inches in size), a woodburning of Nantucket Island, castles and a large number of houses. Some of these house projects were taken from old photographs and they range from homesteads that no longer exist, to very modern structures. In one case it was a pair—a cabin in the mountains near Lake Arrowhead, and a residence in one of Southern California's many communities. They have also included quite a number of pets, such as dogs and cats and other animals.
Re-creating your favorite scene or bridge or animal...
Because of the individual nature of each woodburning, keeping a large inventory of items has never been practical. At the same time, there are a number of items on display here that have become best sellers at festivals (such as the Yankee Peddler Festival, Canal Fulton, Ohio in September), craft shows and other craft boutiques (Sols' in Berlin, Ohio, for example). If you are interested in any of the items shown here, please contact Don for information about orders. Or, if you have an idea for a special project, contact Don for information about how such a project could be undertaken.
This elk has been one of my more popular images. I have burned this in two sizes, approximately eleven by eight, for $39.95. The larger image, sixteen by twelve, would sell for $75.00 and we take Master Card, Visa and Discover, or a personal check.
A moose
Like the elk, this moose has been a popular subject, and I have burned in both sizes as well, eleven by eight, for $39.95, or sixteen by twelve, for $75.00.
adult cat
In recent years I have burned nearly as many pet cat portraits as dogs. In image like this one of your pet cat would start at $75.00, plus tax and shipping. Once we agree upon a price, I ask for a 50% deposit, with the balance due upon delivery of the project.
American Buffalo
The American Buffalo, or bison, once almost extinct, is making a comeback. There are several buffalo herds near us in Ohio, with one of the larger ones near the Black Hills in South Dakota. This one sells for $39.95.
An adult Grizzley
This bear has been a good subject for me and is one I frequently use as a pattern at shows where electricity is not permitted. At these shows I use a non-electric set up. This bear sells for $45.00.
Another Wolf
Wolves are one of my more popular subjects. This wolf is a bet touchier to burn because it is primarily white. It sells for $49.95.
Cocker Pups
Cocker pups are cute and always popular, and sell for $49.95.
Fox
Another popular animal, the fox.
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Another wolf, with a dark background. I have also burned this one with a regular, light background. Either way, he would cost $49.95.
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Horses are always popular, this herd no exception. This herd is eight by twelve and sells for $39.95.
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A Mule deer family set in the mountains of the American West. They are eleven inches by fifteen, and sell for $59.95.
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This wolf was the subject for an article I wrote for "Pyrography" Magazine, a publication of Fox Chapel Publishing of Pennsylvania. This was their second such publication, the first one issued a year ago. Several of the articles and patterns are by friends of mine who do pyrography, or woodburning.
German Shepherd
German shepherds are intelligent and popular. A special burning of your pet would start at $75.00, plus tax and shipping.
Herd of Elephants
Elephants are always popular. I have burned this herd eight by twelve for $39.95, or twelve by sixteen for $75.00.
Horse
Horses are always popular and this one would sell for $40.00.
Irish Setter
Another classic dog.
Koala
This is one of a few Koala Bears I have burned, and it would sell for $39.95.
Koala in tree
Many Australian animals differ from those on other continents, such as the Koala Bear, that is not really a bear! However, they are fun to burn.
Pair of kittens
This pair for kittens has been with me since I went to my first show, thirty years ago. They sell for $34.95, much less than a special burning of your favorite kittens, but then I have been burning this pair for many years. A pair of your favorite kittens or cats would start at $110.00, regardless of size.
Puma
The Puma, or Mountain Lion still roams the American west. This one would hang on your wall for $39.95.
Special buck
This was a special project for an Amish Man who raises deer.
Tiger
An alert tiger.
White Tailed Deer
This whitetail deer has been very popular at shows, and sells for $39.95.
Wolf head
Another wolf
wolf with black background
This wolf have been a favorite. I usually burn it about eight inches high and seven inches wide, and it sells for $45.00.
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