Wade has been creating, carving, and selling his unique carvings for 25 plus years. He is a self-taught carver who grew up on a farm, so using his hands to make things was second nature. He began carving in 1989, the year he researched, designed, and carved a small, child-size carousel horse for the birth our first great nephew. The piece was about 2ft by 2ft and rockers were placed on the bottom to make a rocking horse. Wades wife, Carolou, hand paints and finishes each piece. Both Wade and Carolou are retired educators and graduates of Miami University in Oxford,Ohio.

As an Industrial Arts teacher Wade really practiced and refined his skills while also teaching carving for several years to his fellow teachers. Carving was a relaxing hobby that grew into a small business. Wade and Carolou live in Blanchester, Ohio. Each fall Wade’s work is sold at regional art and craft venues including the prestigious St James Art Show in Louisville,Ky. Visit our Events page for a complete listing of shows.