CELEBRATE MOUNTAIN MADE CRAFTS…

Chainsaw Art is an American folk tradition, and nothing is more iconic then bear carvings. We honor that tradition by providing world class, heirloom quality chainsaw carved bears and other wildlife to the one of the most prolific art markets in the United States.

From imposing monuments to adorable doorstep bears, Asheville Bear Carvings is a celebration of culture and heritage.

Founded by a team of artists and innovators, every piece is made by or under the supervision of WNC Master Carver Chris Scott Markey Jr.

More information:

Blue Ridge National Heritage Area

https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/destinations/markey-son-woodcraft-carving/

Facebook

https://m.facebook.com/markeywoodcraft/

Burke County NC Visitor Information

https://www.discoverburkecounty.com/all-attractions/markey-son-woodcraft-and-carving/

In the Media

https://morganton.com/life-entertainment/local/art-theater/article_61bcfbac-d1e9-11ef-8f70-eb6b24f26b79.html

https://www.thepaper.media/arts_and_entertainment/felled-trees-become-works-of-art-in-the-hands-of-burke-county-chainsaw-artist/article_2e41630a-6a2d-5f4b-a12d-fe1c6f15c799.html

https://hickoryrecord.com/video/news/burke-county-master-carver-shares-the-importance-of-handmade-appalachian-art/video_fcfa4c33-1493-5030-a413-69b5f7639881.html

https://www.salisburypost.com/2024/12/07/woodcarver-absolutely-just-nailed-it-with-owl-books/

https://mcdowellnews.com/news/local/article_25d6b032-f1cb-11ee-abb9-5331bf8cbe25.html

https://mtnmade.com/blog/wnc-chainsaw-artist-chris-markey-carves-uncommon-bear-sculptures/

https://theappalachianonline.com/hobby-turned-hustle-morganton-chainsaw-artist/

https://mtnmade.com/blog/insbearational-art-event-with-chris-markey-jerry-stuart/