Wood Carved- Wildlife of the Wetlands- Walking Stick

MIKE STINNETT CARVES HIS MOST CHALLENGING WALKING STICK YET.
Mike spent two months carving and painting this multi-subject walking stick, which features the wildlife found around a marsh or pond. Carved into a single piece of wood is a Red Winged Blackbird, Cattails, Dragonfly, Western Garter Snake, and a Crawdad, with leather antenna added.
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[@jeanblythe1595]

Incredible! This is beyond a masterpiece. Every part of the making of this stick is so detailed, so painstaking, so skilled--the wood is perfect, the concept art is perfect, the careful carving of each element--you have surpassed yourself. The finished project is just glorious. I truly love this piece and all the subjects you carved to go into this. I think the red-winged blackbird is the crowning jewel, but it is by far not the only jewel on this piece. This is a masterwork, this video is a masterclass. Mike, you are the master carver. Bless you and your family!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much for your kind comment, Jean! I always get a kick out of your comments! I'm really glad you like the way it turned out, and thanks so much for following along with the progress videos, and your kind support on Patreon!

[@DJ-73]

@@StinnettSticks love your work. I've been watching your videos videos for over a year now and every project you do is amazing. Jean Blythe is so right that the projects you create are masterpieces.

[@Fried_Eggz]

Yes

[@a.l.duncan6201]

@@StinnettSticks You certainly have out done yourself with this. A fantastic work of art. We are amazed, aren't we, when the flow of Spirit settles into our blood and we just allow our hands to be moved and our focus is so intense. You were sure feeling it!

[@georgekaranja393]

@@StinnettSticks yaah its like all the curvins in that stick are awaiting breath for them to come alive. i would do anything to have that stick. incredible n perfected

[@dylanlyons3151]

He's the bob Ross of carving

[@d.edmunds9955]

Dylan Lyons I was thinking the same thing

[@juliemonarch7364]

@@d.edmunds9955 no, he's the Stinnett Sticks of carving. He's one of a kind!

[@darthbogus108]

He is far from this comparison, I've never seen a chisel in his hand

[@rachelheflin454]

L0vw me some Bob Ross

[@enzoakland34]

I truly can't get over this talent. Couldn't imagine having talent like this in any aspect of my life. Could watch these videos all day.

[@marcusmackay1199]

Take my 5 year old son all the time to ponds like these up in Canada, he just loves the garter snakes, dragon flies, red winged blackbirds. This video and the carving are incredible!

[@a.kay.c]

Mimicking God's creation is always the best choice for art. Well done, sir!!

[@StinnettSticks]

I couldn't agree more. Thank you, Amanda!

[@OsamaBinBombin]

Most underated channels

[@TheRoadDawg]

The patiences of Job, hands of a Surgeon, and the talent of DaVinci. Incredible my friend.

[@flutetastic-NC]

When God gave out the gift of patience, he gave you 100 times the amount he gives the average person! Your amazing talent speaks for itself, but your patience?.......I wished I had a tiny fraction of your patience! This is one of the best channels on KZbin! Keep up the amazing work, and videos.

[@DJ-73]

Give yourself a little bit more credit. I bet if you took the time and started practicing and learning, you could be able to create the same type of walking sticks he does. He has already said in an older video that all he did was start making them and the more he did it and studied the the better he got. You can have the talent just the same. If you did a project now and kept doing it, just in one year you will have improved your skills then your first project.

[@ethansmith2942]

That crawdad grabbing the garter snake’s tail is really funny!

[@silvergirl7810]

I don’t think the animals themselves could look more real!

[@dr.rajasaurusandunclebonec6526]

This is like a brief representation of nature.. It's like the entire ecosystem on a stick... Hopefully Ppl would learn to value everything in nature by seeing these amazing piece of art... Thank you Mike for being mother nature's ambassador... ❤💕🕊

[@gonietubenyc5741]

That dog is adorable and the second cutest dog in the world lol after my dog obviously

[@kimimikar2579]

He should carve his dog...lifesize...so his dog could have a friend...

[@jeanblythe1595]

@@kimimikar2579 His dog has a friend: Mike :-) Not that Mike is a dog, but Pearl is a little bitty human, kinda? She thinks she is.

[@Yehboi-rr6tf]

@@jeanblythe1595 what breed pearl is ?🤔

[@jeanblythe1595]

@@Yehboi-rr6tf Uh oh, I'm not a dog breed expert, so Mike will have to answer that one. If she was a cat, I could tell you. I do know she is a mix breed, but Mike will have to give you the specifics. She's a beauty, though. :-)

[@peddoctex]

@@jeanblythe1595 looks like a Jack Russell/dachshund mix to me. She sure is a GOOD DOG!

[@mrbruce307]

Oh my god, I am greatly embarrass t say I do woodcarving. after watching you make this , I will never again tell people that I do what you do. This is a great job and a lot of work. Thank you for showing me all my mistakes.

[@krishnanayek3892]

Sri every art I'm very very like World class art I'm from India 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@MDeLorien]

I would love see you making a fantasy inspired walking stick with dragons unicorns etc. 😊 Your work is spectacular

[@flightcrew2715]

Mike,you are a true artist!!!!! May God bless you always!! Such peaceful videos!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you! God bless you too!

[@Jill-uu5ti]

Your an incredible artist...I bow to your talent....your pup is adorable too

[@patriciahartless2095]

Thanks for sharing . Your gorgeous walking stick . With all the animals . The Lord Truly Blessed You . With A Wonderful Talent . Have A Great Day .

[@DavidEgesdal]

How will I ever get as good as you if you keep getting better and better. Amazing work!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much!

[@mikefarrell272]

WOW, someday you'll be featured on antique road show ,value in the six figures!!!!

[@jimmieusaf-pol2639]

Myself along with many others would be very curious as to their current value? Which I think might be whatever someone is willing to pay, above a minimum. I can see six figures for 5 of them one day, unless Mike becomes President or something famous like that. I am in awe of his talent, his keen eye for detail, his patience and his ethic to not be finished with any of his walking sticks until they are completely finished in his eyes! Sign of a Master Craftsman for sure! :o)

[@cycoholic]

@@jimmieusaf-pol2639 From memory, I believe you're looking at around the $3,000 to $5,000 for one of his walking sticks. Totally worth it, but sadly I can't afford one. 😣

[@NarutoUzumaki-nv2jc]

man you don't need an idea you are the idea it self and also you proof to me that the age its just a number you really inspired me thanks man

[@daveirish8890]

All I Can say is Wow !!!!!!!!!! ☺☺☺

[@diytothedayyoudie3913]

Birds and snacks, good and evil, peace and war, life and death. Amazing piece of art.

[@keithedwards1038]

Absolutely amazing work. Everything looks so real. You are the master of this. Thank you for sharing.

[@abubakarali9296]

The Grand Master Wood Carver. Its Hyper realistic. Too good to deny & great video too.

[@feather6615]

The respect that you hold for these creatures embodied in your work is clearly shown by how intricately and intimately you detail each piece. Fantastic workmanship as always, Bob Ross

[@DeepByteDigger]

The level of mimic the insects and animals through wood carve is absolutely amazing~! Hats off to you sir!👌👍👏

[@boojay111]

I admire anyone that can take a piece of wood and create a piece of art. I just watched a documentary on Michelangelo and was mesmerised by his use of marble. I can take an empty space the larger the better and not feel daunted, you give me a piece of wood and I am stumped. Admiration to you Mr Stinnett, your love of nature and it's value in a world where man thinks he/she is master of all (which I find so, so vile, arrogant and destructive) is a joy to behold. If everyone planted a tree and created a habitat just think how happy nature would feel. Go on help nature out folks, you know she deserves a helping hand now. Pick up an acorn, fill your pockets and plant them, in a free space of course and watch what happens. Nature is better than any movie, tv show or pop channel. Give it a go!!

[@dorothyswol6979]

Incredible. What an artist. Boy you need a really steady hand. Gorgeous.

[@robertthompson109]

The patience this man has my goodness

[@jonathanmalloy9711]

This showed up in recommended even though I have never watched a similar video.. watching you work is just mesmerizing, the amount of patience and attention to detail you have is incredible. Thank you for sharing your talent!

[@EngineeringEra1996]

Thank to god i am alive to see this peace of art... Just wow... Wish i can get one of this

[@roxannahartless6846]

🐍 🐦 dragonfly and 🦀 was very detailed. Great work. I can tell you love what YOU do.

[@edwardbruce5859]

It's hard to pick a favorite after all these years of watching you but this is probably one of my favorites

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you Ed! I hope you had a great weekend! Talk to you soon Buddy!

[@ASHISHKUMAR-vu7bg]

Edward Bruce 9

[@steveg4672]

You sir have the hands from GOD!! that was absolutely amazing to watch, beautiful craftsmanship.

[@onemercilessming1342]

Exquisite work. You have infinite patience and unsurpassed talent. Wow.

[@phillipimsdahl3563]

Hats off to your videographer they are also very talented.

[@RenatoSantos-ig4mz]

In Brazil we have beautiful colors of woods that would give a beautiful sculpture made by his hands

[@RosaStringWorks]

All of your carvings are absolutely gorgeous. However I firmly believe this is your Masterpiece to date. Wow

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much Rosa!

[@fredscott413]

what a gift he has.

[@patricialessard8651]

It is so beautiful! You are an amazing artist. Watching you create plus that lovely music takes me away to a place of calm. Thank you.

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, Patricia! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@elsievanrooyen1788]

That is exactly how I felt while watching this video.

[@chrisrose323]

@@elsievanrooyen1788 Tip: Buy the albums. Make every day into a possibility to breath and create. Best buy ive done this year.

[@gerontessong]

@@StinnettSticks where do you sale this pieces?, i see your videos and liked, very good work

[@robinaanstey3734]

No words!!! I just sit here watching with my mouth agape. Cheers from frightened FL right now....Dorian is threatening but Im enjoying your art as always. Thank you Mike. :-)

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much Robina! We're praying for all of you in Florida! Please stay safe!

[@robinaanstey3734]

@@StinnettSticks thank you Mike. We can sure use your prayers and kind thoughts.

[@jeffengland9913]

I have always carved even as a child. I'm retired now and would like to make some extra money doing this. I live in the great smokey mountains and have lots of inspiration all around me. Just wanted to say you sir are a talented man. And I enjoyed watching your work. Thanks for the beautiful work you do.

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Jeff! Happy carving to you!

[@badrzaman9075]

Artist in the real sense of the word..patient

[@EgoundderRest]

Hallo Mr. Stinnett! Ich habe mir alle Ihrer Videos angesehen und war stets begeistert von Ihren fantastischen Werken. Dieser Stock aber übertrifft meiner Meinung nach alles Bisherige. Ein herausragendes Kunstwerk! 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Gerhard! I appreciate you kind words!

[@super60d]

Still a real masterpiece, I am incredibly impressed, a very good job.

[@jydymyyyr9630]

AMAZING!!! Almost more beautiful than the real thing.

[@johangervais1288]

Bob Ross is the the Stinnett Sticks of painting.

[@ronjarose9232]

Sooo Wunderschön deine Arbeiten! 🌹 Love To You

[@jeonguidong1630]

I've been waiting for your video. I am a sculptor who makes animal models in Korea! I said hello last time. Do you remember me? I usually make frogs. I hope someday you will make a frog, too. I was once again impressed by your video that came up today. I'm so happy because of you.

[@user-rw4yx6so9o]

good입니다!

[@jakoblockhart4393]

He made a frog on a moral mushroom in one of his videos about 3 months ago

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you! Yes, I do remember. You do very good work!

[@bekirbutun7999]

👏👏👏 hello 🙋 Turkey ıstanbul

[@jonathanbaumgartner8705]

God has made that nature so beautiful. And you see it and carve it, that it looks just as amazing as the original - just wonderful! Whatching your videos really helps me, just to carve and having fun with my own way to do it. And then try and try and try again. And to look, how god made those animals, it just shows how much love he as putted in to his own work. And that makes me thankful.

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, Jonathan! Yes, God has made everything well hasn't he! I marvel at all of His workmanship!

[@kennymysak2079]

Another great job. My daughter was asking what I was watching and she thought it was a real bird on top of the walking stick she loves it. I'm hoping that you and pearl are enjoying yourselves and getting some fishing done along the way. Keep up the great videos

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Kenny! We got to do a little bit of fishing, but I hope to do some more before winter hits.

[@elainaboyd9927]

This was the most beautiful video I’ve ever seen! Thank you for showing the world your gift!!! I also loved seeing your little dog relaxing near you while you made magic! The music was perfect too!! Wow!!! God bless you!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Elaina! God bless you too!

[@738polarbear]

Fantastically creative artwork ,and there's my little favourite Jellyroll at 3:55 I watch him carve them and they still look too realistic and beautiful to be done by a human hand.

[@wormsy2222]

Man, you are a guru. Thank you for your detailed craft on video for us to enjoy.

[@garyag45]

What an artist! WOW!! 😎🇺🇸

[@Kluncan]

Mind blowing Steve... just extraordinary. There’s something so amazing about watching someone do something they are a master of...

[@Nexus2Eden]

That is truly some impressive work Mike, thank you for sharing your process with us.

[@joannanguyen5204]

You’re the one. Thanks so much for being you

[@timothyjones8858]

It belongs in a museum .

[@rubensmkxvii9521]

Another amazing job Sir. God bless your gifted hands. Greetings from Spain

[@usnva5638]

The bug's like, "You got a little extra space to put me in the carving?"

[@StinnettSticks]

Haha!

[@johnemmett2969]

I’m in absolute Awe! I have never, in my long life, seen such meticulous care for detail. And the dog! Known as killer I presume? Delightful from beginning to end. I have saved to show my grand children, when next they can find the time to visit. (I’m their ATM!)

[@zakeerbaig1312]

World greatest wood work

[@jamessardina31]

Oh my lord, Pearl is so adorable!

[@moquisto3844]

Snakes,jack russel,woodcarving, guitar,i have all that without your talent .respect and thanks for all yours videos.amities dun francais

[@garymaston8694]

You are a very good artist and an excellent carver.You are blessed with very good talents.

[@ronnieherons1335]

I have been watching you carve those beautiful animals out of wood and I am amazed at the work that you do. I am at home shielding from Covid 19 because of my medical condition, and find it very therapeutic watching you carve. I am very much looking forward to watching more thank you very much

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, Ronnie! I'm glad you are enjoying my videos! Take care!

[@corgitokkiswoodworkshop1850]

I've always loved your work on making snakes! but this one is even more awesome with everything combined!

[@IVIFII2IC]

That is the cutest chubbiest little dog I’ve ever seen!

[@totallyjonesin]

Looks like a weenerjack. maybe a Jackshound.

[@carlospalomares4484]

CREAS VIDA HERMANO, TIENES UN GRAN TALENTO ... GRACIAS POR DEJARME VER TU TRABAJO....

[@dannybarlow1658]

The only people that could dislike this man's videos. Is because they will never be as good of a wood Carver as him and dog have as cool of a dog and relationship as him and pearl

[@scottwright6647]

I've loved all of your carvings , period. However something about this one struck a cord with me. I was very interested on how you would handle the transparency of the dragonflies wings, as I watched you crave it. I wasn't disappointed, your method was beautifully done. The crayfish, what we call crawdads in Indiana, holding onto the snakes tail is charming as well as lifelike. I have a avid interest in watching birds, and your red-wing blackbird looks as though he could fly away at any time. Thanks for this video on this weekend, you made my day. All my best to you and yours, enjoy this labor-day you've earned it.

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Scott! I had to do a lot of thinking about how to paint the wings. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Have a great rest of the weekend!

[@adrianakuzmikova1697]

@@StinnettSticks how many hours does it take to make such walking stick? do you do this for living? for how much do you sell them?

[@mrguppy1016]

I CAME HERE TO SEE THAT CUTE DOG 🥰👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@StinnettSticks]

Haha! Pearl says thank you!

[@LaTaverneDuProspecteur]

Hello, you are a master, pure wisdom.

[@shelbyhuxel4985]

Protect this man and his dog at all cost

[@valentinarech]

wow, this is a real masterpiece! your are a great artist, and I like so much your videos

[@jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968]

Wow!. How glorious your talent. I can only imagine the amount of hours this took. Truly beautiful

[@herbertmosavel4051]

This was really peaceful and delightful. Thank You!

[@733835]

Still can`t believe what you`ve created, loved the change of varnish to indicate below water.

[@bruceosborne1892]

A pleasure to watch a true Artisan. Awesome work!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, Bruce!

[@antoniosampaiosampaio8708]

esse sim é um verdadeiro artista 👏👏👏!

[@user-hd3dq1wj1c]

Another master piece amazing detail, artistry, colorful, and skilled carving...

[@tenizecarvalho1071]

I'm speechless. Fascinating.

[@adrianhearn3413]

I have no words to say 👌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍 haven't seen anything like this before

[@ggsmith099]

I swear when you put the clear on the snakes eye he stuck his tongue out later bro! 😎💨

[@myles2770]

I love your videos and your work! God bless you :) Greetings from Brazil

[@pabitramohangayan1482]

Oh master...salutes. Am amazed at what you are doing here. Can't believe in eyes.

[@afternoonbears6989]

WOW!!! This guy really knows the natural environment he lives in and how to manipulate his medium!!!

[@eliasbarton7706]

I absolutely love it, I love birds so much, a cardinal is my absolute favorite animal, you are amazingly talented! God bless

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, my friends! God bless you too!

[@chaseferrellmusic]

I can’t even put into words how amazing your masterpieces are! Wow! I’ve been binge watching a lot of your videos and they are so peaceful and relaxing to watch. The amount of detail is insane, and some of the smallest part that other people may not care about you take every single dot or line and make it part of the masterpiece. Literally adding each scale to the snake, and each line in the feathers. Wow! And of course Pearl is my favorite part! I love how she has her own chair HAHA!! Fabulous job on this gorgeous masterpiece!

[@deependradangi2431]

Hats off to this gentleman 🕴️

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you!

[@jacobh5118]

Absolutely breath taking

[@edilamarazevedo4004]

Seu trabalho e simplesmente fantástico! Mil vezes parabéns!

[@lyn1991]

This is incredible! The details are amazing, I’ve never seen such perfection. Absolutely the more beautiful walking stick I’ve ever seen!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you very much, Glenda!

[@djcrazy2685]

u got that voice that every person could listen too while watching ur videos n u do a great job when ur making these walking sticks!!

[@garyag45]

What an artist. WOW 🤩😎🇺🇸

[@johnwhitehead4809]

great work mike, you keep raising the bar for ideas and workmanship, pearl not too sure about the insect!

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, John! She was pretty sure it would bite if she actually touched it, haha!

[@Monica_bondevik]

I feel like you're living exactly how I'd like to live one day, seems so peaceful especially compared to Essex. I really do love your art too I'm currently enjoying watching you make a few. 💙

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you, Monica!

[@georgekaranja393]

@@StinnettSticks better to study this compared to archtecture

[@blueeyedmonster3912]

@@StinnettSticks Even the beetle liked the stick

[@sexxyperv]

That craw-dad is superb !

[@StinnettSticks]

Thank you!

[@Aero360Aviation]

I am absolutely blown away