"Vintage" wooden snowshoes serve as the frame for our artwork. Because no two snowshoes are the same, each piece involves a custom fit for that particular snowshoe. We can safely say that no two are ever exactly the same. Cost is typically several hundred dollars.
We use four different styles of snowshoes. Standard snowshoes, known as Huron style, have a long tail (like Denali below) typically measure 48" long by 15" wide. Alaskan style also have a long tail, but are typically 12-24 inches longer and a few inches narrower. Bearpaw style (without a tail like Griz n Sam below) are typically 24" long by 15" wide. Modified Bearpaw style shoes also do not have a tail, but are a little longer/narrower than the classic bear paw style, typically around 36" long by 12" wide.
Dog Team |
It always amazes me to watch the enthusiastic effort of a team of well-trained sled dogs. They are true atheletes. To order, click here. |
Moose Party |
If you're one of the millions of moose fans, we've got "moosage" for you! Define you own, we have several moose poses to choose from. To order, click here. |
Alaskana![]() |
This original design was inspired by the landscape as you drive south on the Parks Highway from the Denali National Park to the village of Cantwell. Imagine sitting down, taking a break along the Nenana River as you look through a field of irises to the distant mountain peaks. To order, click here. |
Spirit of Nanook |
The polar bear symbolizes power and dominance in the arctic. The beveled cluster in this design creates beautiful reflections in the sunlight. Click here to order. |
Wild Iris |
When the Iris blooms, you can safely put away the snow-machines and parkas. Summer is definitely here. To order, click here. |
Fireweed![]() |
Often the first sign of re-birth after a forest fire, the fireweed is also the harbinger of the coming winter's snow. When the blooming flower petals reach the top of the stem, you can bet the first snow is 6 weeks away. Click here to order. |
Bull Moose |
There is nothing quite so intimidating as facing a fullgrown bull moose out in the bush. They rule! Trivia for the day...did you know that the word "moose" is from the Algonquin Indians meaning "twig-eater?" To order, click here. |
Salmon Run |
If you can't catch a fish in Alaska, there's no hope. In the summer there are fish everywhere. Whether you flyfish, baitfish, use Pixies, or dipnet...fishing is as much a part of summer as trying to avoid mowing the lawn. Click here to order. |
Denali |
Denali, the Great One, sometimes referred to as Mt McKinley. The Great One tends to be quite reclusive. If you're lucky enough, you'll visit on one of the few days with weather nice enough to enjoy her splendor. To order, click here. |
Griz n Salmon |
Once you've tasted fresh Alaska salmon, you'll be hooked too. The Alaska brown bear, or Grizzly, is often seen "sharing" favorite fishing holes during the salmon runs. Well OK, actually, this dedicated fisherman tends to get the fishing spot he wants. Click here to order. |
North Star Moose |
The vast wilderness of Alaska often reminds you of your place in the universe. You are clearly not at the top of the food chain here. To order, click here. |
Polar Bears |
On a crisp arctic night, a polar bear mom and cub enjoy the beauty of the Northern Lights. Don't we all? You can't help watching, often mesmerized, by the swirling and dancing colors of the Aurora Borealis. Click here to order. |
Arctic Blackhawk![]() |
For our friends at Ft Wainwright. The Blackhawk is a common sight in the skies over Interior Alaska as our soldiers train to protect our country. To order, click here. |
Forget-Me-Not |
The State Flower of Alaska. The perfect reminder to send to the folks you love...who live "way down there" in the Lower 48. Click here to order. |
Raven |
The ubiquitous raven, crafty, boisterous. Most often seen in the bed of pick-up trucks in the Fairbanks Fred Meyer's parking lot. Always ready to give you a piece of it's mind should you try to shoo it away. To order, click here. |
Beagle |
A dedicated hunter, often seen humoring the local squirrel population. Able to amazingly leap tall tree stumps in the hot pursuit of a Scooby Snack! They tend to slow down as the snow pack starts getting deeper than 16 inches. Click here to order. |


