River Scene
Every River Scene ornament begins as a blank wood slice, and the landscape unfolds directly under the heat of the wood burner. Andrea draws freehand with no sketch or tracing, allowing the river, mountains, trees, and campfire to emerge naturally from the grain. Because the design is created in the moment, each River Scene ornament is similar in theme but completely one‑of‑a‑kind.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Each ornament is created by Andrea Inks, an artist who draws directly with the wood burner, letting each design emerge naturally from the grain. Andrea doesn’t sketch or trace—every line is made freehand, guided by instinct, texture, and the character of the wood itself. This intuitive, moment‑driven process gives her work a quiet spontaneity and ensures that no two ornaments are ever alike. After the wood‑burned illustration is complete, she adds hand‑painted details that bring depth, warmth, and subtle color to each piece. The result is artwork that feels modern, organic, and deeply personal, shaped entirely by the artist’s hand in the moment.
UPCYCLED NEVADA CITY WOOD
The wood for each River Scene ornament comes from the pruned branches on our property in Nevada City, gathered through year‑round fire‑prevention and land‑care work. Instead of discarding the branches, Andrea upcycles them into artwork, giving new life to material that would otherwise be chipped or burned. Each slice carries the natural grain, rings, and organic shape of the tree it came from, making every ornament a small piece of our landscape. Learn more about defensible space at the official Cal Fire website.
FEATURES
- Hand‑burned and hand‑painted River Scene ornament
- Artwork drawn freehand directly with the wood burner—no sketching or tracing
- Colors, expressions, and details vary with each piece
- Personalization available (name, date, short phrase, or location)
- Natural wood slice with bark edge; each piece has unique grain and shape
- Made from upcycled wood gathered during year‑round fire‑prevention pruning
- Painted details added by hand for warmth, depth, and character
- Finished with a protective clear coat
- Lightweight and ready to hang
- Created individually by artist Andrea Inks in Nevada City, California
PERSONALIZATION
All ornaments can be personalized with a name, date, short phrase, or location. Personalization is added by hand using the wood burner, ensuring it blends naturally with the artwork. You’ll be able to select your personalization option at checkout.
River Scene
Every River Scene ornament begins with a simple wood slice, cut from branches gathered on our Nevada City property during year‑round fire‑prevention and land‑care work. These branches would normally be chipped or burned, but instead they become the foundation for Andrea’s artwork. Each slice has its own natural shape, bark edge, and grain pattern, giving every River Scene ornament a sense of place and individuality.
Andrea’s wood‑burned illustrations are created entirely freehand. She draws directly with the wood burner, allowing the River Scene design to develop line by line without any sketch beneath it. This intuitive approach gives each ornament a quiet spontaneity and ensures that no two pieces are ever identical. Even within the same theme, the flow of the river, the angle of the mountains, the placement of the chairs, and the glow of the campfire shift subtly from piece to piece.
After the wood‑burned illustration is complete, Andrea adds hand‑painted details that bring depth and warmth to the River Scene. Soft washes and precise strokes highlight the water, define the rocks, and introduce color to the sky without overwhelming the natural beauty of the wood. Sunset gradients, pine silhouettes, and small floral accents are all painted with care, creating a layered look that feels both rustic and refined.
The upcycled wood slices themselves contribute to the charm of each River Scene ornament. Their organic shapes, growth rings, and bark edges remind you that this artwork began as part of a living tree. Because the wood is sourced from our own property, each ornament carries a small piece of our landscape and reflects our commitment to responsible land stewardship.
Lightweight, finished with a protective clear coat, and ready to hang, the River Scene ornament makes a thoughtful gift and a meaningful keepsake. Personalization becomes part of the artwork itself, added freehand with the wood burner so the lettering blends naturally with the design.
PERSONALIZATION INSTRUCTIONS
If you choose a personalization option (Initials, Name, or 3–5 Words), please enter your wording in the Order Notes box at checkout. This is required for all personalized orders.
