Garden Totem

I show and sell my work at juried art shows in California and Arizona as well as exhibiting in museum shows. My hand built slab sculptures, masks, totems, and wall pieces are in the collections of commercial enterprises and private individuals.

Build your own garden poles and personalize your outdoor space.

The Upcycled Garden totem pole ideas for totem poles made from salvaged and upcycled materials.

So many colorful vases can be found at thrift stores and garage sales. Drilling a hole in the bottoms with a diamond bit allows stacking on a pole. The key is t…

I am offering unique hand painted garden art totems. Each totem is a one of a kind creation, or I can do a custom one with any color scheme. I use kiln dried Douglas Fir 4”x4” posts of various lengths up to 6 feet. They are painted with acrylic paint and sealed with a UV marine spar varnish to provide weather resistance. They are drilled into the bottom and at least 18 inches of rebar secured into the bottom with 12 inches exposed for easy installation into your garden. The totem can be…

Improve your skill and artistry. Numerous tips and ideas for making garden totems from dishes. Arrange pieces for style and beauty.

The Upcycled Garden totem pole ideas for totem poles made from salvaged and upcycled materials.

I have received a lot of emails recently asking me about how I make my garden totems. I thought that it is the right time of year to show y...