Sam Meeks Fleming Mountain Wildlife Sculptures

Falcon wildlife sculpture on a dark gallery background

Explore the enchanting world of wildlife in stunning sculptures.

Portfolio: Scroll for Songbirds, Waterfowl, Raptors, Woodpeckers, and Additional Wildlife Sculptures

American kestrel wildlife sculpture in flight above a carved wooden base — American Kestrel
Commission

Chickadee wildlife sculpture on a natural wood base with holly leaves and berries — Chickadee
Commission

Carolina wren wildlife sculpture on a carved wood base — Carolina Wren
$375

Red cardinal wildlife sculpture on a carved wooden base — Cardinal
$435

Great blue heron wildlife sculpture with turtle on a carved wood base — Great Blue Heron
$475

Hummingbird wildlife sculpture feeding from red flowers — Hummingbird
$500

Hummingbird wildlife sculpture feeding from a blue flower on a burl wood base — Hummingbird
$575

Humpback whale sculpture carved from cherry wood on a display stand — Humpback Whale in Cherry
$475

Meadowlark wildlife sculpture among dried foliage and mushrooms — Meadowlark
$375

Least sandpiper wildlife sculpture on a textured natural base — Least Sandpiper
$375

Goldfinch wildlife sculpture on a carved wooden base — Goldfinch
$325

Eastern bluebird wildlife sculpture with wings raised on a carved wood base — Eastern Bluebird
$575

Peregrine falcon wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Peregrine Falcon
Commission

Painted bunting wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Painted Bunting
$325

Northern flicker wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Northern Flicker
$475

Mountain bluebird wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Mountain Bluebird
$425

Merlin wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Merlin
Commission

Robin wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Robin
$435

Red-tail hawk wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden base — Red-tail Hawk
$950

Wood duck wildlife sculpture on a polished wooden display base — Wood Duck
Commission

Screech owl wildlife sculpture perched on a natural wood branch — Screech Owl
$595

Explore the captivating beauty of wildlife through the artistry of Sam Meeks Wildlife Sculpture

Portrait of Sam Meeks holding a carved bird sculpture

My Background

Thirteen years ago, I began to learn the intricacies of creating wildlife sculptures. I knew then that there was something magical about creating life, action, and beauty from a block of wood. I gathered the tools, studied the art, began a journey and never looked back. I honed my skills until the wood began to speak, and the subjects came alive. I have carved a host of subjects including raptors, songbirds, ducks, shorebirds, and sea life. My style is primarily "decorative ,” or realistic in scale, scope and color. Each piece is mounted on a unique base that is handpicked, carved, and finished to complement the artistry of the bird. It is my hope that even in the smallest capacity, these will not only be special in their own right, but also a constant reminder of our connection to the beauty and wonder of the wild.

Medium

A slow and intricate process, carving takes years to master and requires a multitude of skill sets. It begins with the selection of a subject, a study of its natural setting, and discovering the intricacies of its size, shape, colors, textures, movement, and personality. Wood sculpture requires proficiencies in woodworking, drawing, wood burning, carving, metal working, and painting along with a big dose of patience and the artistic talent to blend it all altogether.

Purpose

“To be whole. To be complete. Wildness reminds us what it means to be human, what we are connected to rather than what we are separated from.”- T. Williams

All of my life I have had a passion for the wild. My creations are an effort to replicate some of nature’s most beautiful creatures and to remind us to preserve and protect some of God‘s greatest gifts to mankind. Since 1970, wildlife numbers have plunged an average of 70% across the globe. Over 3 billion birds alone have been lost. The growing impact of climate change, deforestation, human exploitation, and pesticides are unraveling natural systems at an unprecedented rate. The song of the canary in the coal mine grows dimmer by the day. It is my hope that these sculptures may remind us of our closeness and responsibilities to the wild. It is an integral part of who we are, what we hope to be, and the legacy of what we leave our children.

Please contact me with interest in the Portfolio Sculptures

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