Jim Sams Woodart

Jim Sams Woodart Wooden sculptures made from various types of wood, painted with acrylics by brush. I began carving wood professionally in 1979.

My goal has remained the same throughout the years – to capture and freeze in time the fleeting beauty and movement of my natural subjects.

Cardinal on Dogwood 10"h x 10"w x 10"dMade from basswood, tupelo gum, and cedarPainted with acrylics It was a pleasure t...
03/21/2026

Cardinal on Dogwood
10"h x 10"w x 10"d
Made from basswood, tupelo gum, and cedar
Painted with acrylics

It was a pleasure to make this custom piece for some dear friends I have known since childhood days, and that is a long time!

Something we won't see in Kentucky. I recently completed this Snowy Owl. I would love to encounter one in real life!8" ...
03/13/2026

Something we won't see in Kentucky. I recently completed this Snowy Owl. I would love to encounter one in real life!
8" tall
Made from basswood.

My work will be on exhibit at theLexington Public Library Gallery, Main Street now until Jan 11. It is a great space and...
11/23/2025

My work will be on exhibit at the
Lexington Public Library Gallery, Main Street now until Jan 11. It is a great space and an honor to show with artist Jim Kaelin.

An old friend from 2004 came by for a small repair. I love seeing pieces from years ago and catching up with customers. ...
09/16/2025

An old friend from 2004 came by for a small repair. I love seeing pieces from years ago and catching up with customers.

Carolina Wren on Mtn. Laurel.

Recently completed Barn Owl. 15"tallMade of basswood with metal feet.
07/30/2025

Recently completed Barn Owl. 15"tall
Made of basswood with metal feet.

Tiger Swallowtail on Southern Magnolia. 14"w x 12"d x 10" h. Commissioned piece shipped to California. Fortunately, it...
05/23/2025

Tiger Swallowtail on Southern Magnolia.
14"w x 12"d x 10" h. Commissioned piece shipped to California. Fortunately, it arrived safely!

Recent works:Red Fox, White Erect Trillium, and Wood Thrush on White Oak
12/18/2024

Recent works:
Red Fox, White Erect Trillium, and Wood Thrush on White Oak

Cypripedium acaule (Pink Lady's Slipper, Moccasin flower) 11" h Made from basswood, tupelo gum, and hickory. Recent comm...
11/25/2024

Cypripedium acaule (Pink Lady's Slipper, Moccasin flower) 11" h Made from basswood, tupelo gum, and hickory. Recent commissioned piece delivered to Virginia.
They are definitely one of my favorite native orchids. I discovered this patch in our woods 30 years ago.

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1421 Willie Green Road
London, KY
40741

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