Elsebush Sculptures

Gallery

MALE AFRICAN LION (42″ x 39″ x 32″)
cedar wood, acrylic, hand-painted acrylic eyes, satin oil finish

“This creation shows the spirit inside the animal — the strength, the depth of soul, the exotic wild look…”

GOLDEN EAGLE LANDING (72″ x 92″ x 36″)
hand-painted cedar wood

“My rendering of this golden eagle is so exciting. I was very moved by the opportunity to create such a strong but delicate raptor.”

PERCHED GREAT HORNED OWL (23″ x 18″ x 16″)
hand-painted cedar body and acrylic eyes, manzanita olive base, satin oil finish

“I’m intrigued by the beauty of these birds of prey. I love the colorful texture of each species and the way God created them to hear and find their prey at night or day.”

BOBCAT IN FOREST SITTING ON LOGS (31″ x 22″ x 20″)
single piece cedar tree stump, hand-painted body and eyes, satin oil finish

“Bobcats are loners. Peaceful at times, having this pure environment and connection with their habitat. I feel alone when I sit in the forest or desert with them, but I soon realize that God is right there with us. Very alone but still and at peace.”

MOUNTAIN LION FAMILY (89″ x 51″ x 29″)
single pine tree base, acrylic, satin oil finish

“Mountain lions in the wild are always very alert, constantly looking, always moving. Mother lion is taking care of her young cubs.”

OCEAN OF BEAUTY (60″ x 60″ x 12″)
birch plywood; natural shells, rock, glass; hand-carved wooden animals

“Coral reefs are filled with plant life and history. The suns majestic light brings life to the reefs.”

Past Works

BIRDS OF PREY

“I’m intrigued by the beauty of birds of prey. I love the colorful texture and design of each bird species.”

WILD CATS

“I love all small and big cats. They are God’s creations. I love them watching me as I watch them.”

“If you can imagine it, I can create it.”

— John Elsebusch