RisingTideSculpture
Announcement
Please Note: All original wall sculptures listed on the site may or may not be already sold..
.Each is a made to order carving. If the work is sold when you order, Richard will carve you a piece with all the color, texture, grain, and personality of the original photo work...thanks
-been carving/sculpting over 25+ years creating a style far different from other carvers out there..
.With a really great drawing background I am able to incorporate the drawing into the piece, giving it a very unique look..
I am represented by two galleries: Artifact's Gallery, Cambria, California and Gray's Gallery, Morro Bay, California. When in the area stop in a say, Hello..the owners are great...
SHIPPING IS FREE.. Each box I construct is custom for the piece...So your sculpture will arrive safely...
I ship UPS ground insured sending out a conversation the day your piece goes out with estimated e.t.a. and tracking number...
New work is added frequently... ...check back periodically to see what's new or to add a piece for your collection or a special gift for someone...
Also have completed many suggested commissions for customers...if you have an idea, please send a conversation and we'll see if can become reality...
EACH IS AN ORIGINAL WORK. A SIGNED AUTHENTICITY CERTIFICATE COME WITH EACH PIECE , A COLOR BROCHURE CARD & ARTIST BIO...
ALL WORK IS COPYRIGHTED BY THE ARTIST; FOR INDOOR DISPLAY ONLY
I no longer sell my work on the art show circuit. My entire Gallery is on this beautiful Etsy site available to ship anywhere in the U.S. mainland...
Enjoy!
Announcement
Please Note: All original wall sculptures listed on the site may or may not be already sold..
.Each is a made to order carving. If the work is sold when you order, Richard will carve you a piece with all the color, texture, grain, and personality of the original photo work...thanks
-been carving/sculpting over 25+ years creating a style far different from other carvers out there..
.With a really great drawing background I am able to incorporate the drawing into the piece, giving it a very unique look..
I am represented by two galleries: Artifact's Gallery, Cambria, California and Gray's Gallery, Morro Bay, California. When in the area stop in a say, Hello..the owners are great...
SHIPPING IS FREE.. Each box I construct is custom for the piece...So your sculpture will arrive safely...
I ship UPS ground insured sending out a conversation the day your piece goes out with estimated e.t.a. and tracking number...
New work is added frequently... ...check back periodically to see what's new or to add a piece for your collection or a special gift for someone...
Also have completed many suggested commissions for customers...if you have an idea, please send a conversation and we'll see if can become reality...
EACH IS AN ORIGINAL WORK. A SIGNED AUTHENTICITY CERTIFICATE COME WITH EACH PIECE , A COLOR BROCHURE CARD & ARTIST BIO...
ALL WORK IS COPYRIGHTED BY THE ARTIST; FOR INDOOR DISPLAY ONLY
I no longer sell my work on the art show circuit. My entire Gallery is on this beautiful Etsy site available to ship anywhere in the U.S. mainland...
Enjoy!
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Tom on Jun 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsExcellent piece of work and I love it and excellent shipping and packaging will be back I give your business a 5star plus rating thank you for everything
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Kiersten on Jun 16, 2022
5 out of 5 starsHigh quality item. A lot of care went into packaging for safe arrival. Certificate of authenticity included. I appreciated the kind and thoughtful notes from artist. I give the whole experience 5-stars!
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Bill on Jun 14, 2022
5 out of 5 starsRichard was an excellent seller to work with. He kept me updated throughout the three week process from begging the carving through shipping. His attention to detail and customer service was the best I have seen on Etsy!
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Rich on Jun 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSo well made. Sturdy wood and custom sculpt. Goes so well with our other nautical wall sculptures
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Gary on Jun 4, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe quality of this piece far exceeded my already elevated expectations. I found communication with Richard to be very straight forward and pleasant. His talent ,and care for his art is demonstrated through the piece and carries over into the concern for shipping . To ensure the work arrives in a safe manner he is very thorough in assembling a custom wood shipping crate and then wrapping all to provide great protection.
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michele on May 26, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis whale is absolutely beautiful. The color and grain of the gum wood is stunning. Pictures do not do this art justice. Thank you!
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ellen on May 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe manatee mother and baby I purchased are so wonderful! They look even better in person with such beautiful, expressive faces. Richard is a great artist and very responsive. They arrived quickly and were packaged so carefully. It is a pleasure to deal with him. Ellen
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Ken Barnett on May 18, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely outstanding craftsmanship. Richard is very talented. Incredible packaging. Arrived from California to South Carolina on time and with zero damage. If you don't already have one Richard's pieces displayed in your home you should do so right away. Far exceeded our expectations.
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About RisingTideSculpture
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The Elephant African Scene-alder wood, walnut/grey staining. approx. 31 x 57 - richard vest, indoor display only -
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Flying Puffin-alder wood/ black, red, orange, white staining. approx. 12 by 21 - richard vest, indoor display only -
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Sea Turtle Divers-alder,walnut, tung oil finish approx. 16 by 45-richard vest, indoor display only -
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Eagle in Flight-walnut, white,yellow staining, tung oil finish approx. 20 by 50-richard vest, indoor display onnly -
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Black Bear Set-alder, black, white stain- tung oil finish approx. 14 by 24, 16 by 19- richard vest, indoor display only
A carver/sculptor with a Unique Style
I love carving and sculpting in wood, and sea life and animals have been my passion as a subject matter forever.
I grew up in San Francisco, California. My dad was a commercial fisherman with 12 salmon boats running out of Fisherman's Wharf for over 30 years. It was this passion he had for sea life that rubbed off on me, although not the commercial side of fishing.
After attending San Francisco State University and earning a Bachelors in fine arts with emphasis in drawing and sculpture, and a second degree in Design Technology, I taught high school art and woodworking for 15 years.
In 1988 I decided to leave teaching pursuing a full time career as an artist. I have been full time for the past 28 years and have many collectors all across the U.S.
With a great drawing background, each piece starts with sketches from photos I take, then the wood is selected for the piece. It is the drawing background you are really seeing in the carving, giving it the realism and personality that makes each piece unique.
Having the ability to mix this drawing skill with the technical carving is at the crux of my style, which is quite different from most carvers.
I hand carve using a series of grinders and freehand every piece. When carving, removing material is called "the subtractive method" and the artist has one chance to achieve the realism of the animal as you do not add wood back once removed.
I enjoy this method and it is a "commitment" each time a carving or sculpture is created. I usually use a Tung Oil finish; sometimes lacquer for the Pelican and sea otter series.
In 2008 we created the website, www.risingtidesculpture.com.
The site is visually stunning, easy to navigate and a virtual gallery showing all my work.
If you like the work on my Etsy page, please feel free to visit the website and you can see a vast array of pieces I carve.
Over 20 portfolios grace the site, a section for News, television interviews and a wonderful portfolio showing customers across the country and how they have placed the work in their homes.
I ship via UPS ground insured constructing a strong box assuring safe delivery to your home or office. Shipping is to the Continental U.S. mainland only. I do not ship to Hawaii or Canada or anywhere outside the mainland due to astronomical ship costs.
Currently I am showing in 18 exhibitions across California and Arizona.
A full show schedule is on the website the home Etsy page.
Additionally, I am on FACEBOOK, richard vest
Currently I amrepresented by Gray's Gallery in Morro Bay, California.
When visiting the lovely town of Morro Bay, stop by the Gallery, located at 561 Embarcadero right on the pier area...Say hello to Todd Baston, owner.
The Gallery is also connected to Gray's Inn. They have wonderful rooms while you are visiting Morro Bay.
I love what I do and am constantly adding new work which keeps an artist fresh.
Have a great day!
Shop members
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Richard Vest
Owner, Artist/sculptor
Richard Vest is a wood carver/sculptor who creates heavy relief sea/animal wildlife sculptures. PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO ASTRONOMICAL SHIPPING COSTS I ONLY SHIP WITHIN THE U.S. MAINLAND...THANKS
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I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: