While walking on the beach, I spotted a piece of driftwood that resembled something that could have been alive somewhere else in the universe. This wood inspired thoughts of alien life on exoplanets, their societal structures, and how they might adorn themselves. These sculptures are made without any alteration to the wood, no cuts, sanding, or drilling. They are tied together with copper wire. No nails, glue, or screws are used. These are not toys, they are original whimsical interpretations meant to entertain and inspire the imagination. As of 1/20/25, when I first began posting these, I could not find anything like them on the Internet or anywhere else. I hope they brighten your day.
Flow Inspector, exoplanet creature. 16" x 4". A true professional in going with the flow. Made with driftwood, copper, peridot and agate beads.
Date Night, exoplanet creatures. 13" x 7", 9" x 5". Even distant planets have creatures who like to dress alike for that special night out. Made with driftwood, copper, handmade wool felt, tourmaline and white spectrolite beads.
The Huggers, exoplanet creatures. 4" x 5". Huggers create a halo of love and energy. Made with driftwood, copper, handmade wool felt, sustone, and garnet beads.
The Swimmer, exoplanet creature. 18" x 5". A master at gliding through the water. Made with driftwood, copper, agate, and lapis lazuli beads.
Giant Amoeba, exoplanet creature. If creatures as big as dinosaurs can roam a planet, just think how big an amoeba can be. Made with Driftwood, copper, sunstone, agate, and lapis lazuli beads.
Beast Of Burden, exoplanet creature. 11" x 4". This hard worker doesn't know if it's coming or going as it moves filled baskets made of Champagne wire. Also made with driftwood, copper, horn/antler beads, tourmaline, red carnelian, jade, and green adventurine beads
The Grazer, exoplanet creature. 8.5" x 4.5". Anytime is a good time to eat something tasty. Made with driftwood, copper, horn/antler bead, apatite beads, tourmaline beads, peridot beads, and blue sodalite beads.
The Motivator, exoplanet creature. 6" x 7". At home on a red carpet or an art gallery opening, this creature exudes style that is envied by all. Made with driftwood, copper, died jade beads, blue sodalite beads, and agate beads,
The Star Hunter, exoplanet creature. 14" x 4". This creature travels from galaxy to galaxy, looking for stars to catch. Made of driftwood, copper, blue sodalite beads, lapis lazuli beads, agate beads, and citrine beads.
The Party Girl, exoplanet creature. 5" x 3". This youngster is dressed up for fun. Made from driftwood, copper, sunstone, beads, and tourmaline beads.
The It Couple, exoplanet creatures. Each are approximately 7.5" x 2.5". These two pieces of wood were found in different locations, one in Venice Beach, one in Morro Bay. They are from the same type of tree. One looks like it's head has exploded while the other is intact. If you know what type of wood, this is, please let me know. In any case, they belong together. Made with driftwood, copper, citrine beads, turquoise beads, peridot beads, and tourmaline beads.
Fido From Far Far Away, exoplanet creature. 10" x 5". I can't help but think this looks like someone's pet. He's ready for a game of catch. Made with driftwood, copper, citrine beads, amazonite beads, and jasper beads.
The Baton Twirler, exoplanet creature. 8" x 7". This creature has a hole in its center where it carries its baton when it's not twirling it. It wears a spiral cone over its eye for protection in case it drops the baton. Made with driftwood, copper, sunstone beads, blue sodalite beads, and agate beads.
The Accountant, exoplanet creature. 11" x 4". Always consumed with mathematics, he carries an abacus on his back. Made with driftwood, copper, garnet beads, agate beads, and jasper beads.
The Dowager Queen, exoplanet creature. 6" x 3". She has a tiara above her head and beads on her sides that represent the buildings in her realm and how many children she has. Made with driftwood, copper wire, citrine beads, rose quartz beads, and lapis lazuli beads.
The Astronomer, exoplanet creature. 4" x 2.5". It's constantly gazing towards the stars as it looks for signs of life. Made with driftwood, copper, amethyst, beads, and turquoise beads.
The Babysitter, exoplanet creature. 6" x 2". It carries the babies or eggs in its mouth. Made with driftwood, copper, amethyst beads, lapis lazuli beads, and citrine beads.
The Shaman, exoplanet creature. 4" x 2" He appears to be a healer of sorts. Made with driftwood, copper, citrine beads, and turquoise beads.