Neal Geisler was born in 1977 in Livermore, Ca. where he spent much of his youth in his parents garage assembling models and building smaller items. The youngest of 4 boys by 7 years, he has always been gifted and had a connection and appreciation for nature and trees, which is fitting considering his medium. He purchased his first vehicle at age 15, which led to an interest in automobile restoration and mechanics. From the time he was 14, Neal worked in a machine shop for a total of 4 years, after which he spent one year at a foundry doing pattern casting design and casting finishing work. After his stint at the foundry, Neal spent a total of 3 years working in the printing business, managing nearly all facets of the press. He has also spent time working for a landscape company as a carpenter and has been engaged in several construction jobs. These experiences have given him many of the abilities he now uses to create pieces and manage his business. He has never attended art school, nor has he had formal training to guide him with his art; he has had only his imagination and ambition to lead him to where he is today. In 2004, Neal decided to pursue his art full-time, and his company Sierra Craft was established.
Compassionate, resourceful, and detail-oriented, the artist has transformed his three-acre property into a delightful playground for himself through careful cultivation and rock-work, which is functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. He has planted numerous trees, pruning and experimenting with various methods to find the most productive techniques. He is greatly influenced by nature and the ocean, with water as his driving-force and inspiration, as well as his great love for sea-life and animals. Neal is a registered pilot and so has been fortunate enough to see the Earth from an entirely different perspective. When he is not working on his next masterpiece, he visits Kirkwood and Lake Tahoe to snowboard and enjoy the brisk weather with his dogs, though his favorite place to spend time is Maui, where he has spent hundreds of hours acquiring tattoos. He resides in Jackson, Ca. with his two German Shepherds.
A collector of original art, and an appreciator of one-of-a-kind beauty and quality, Neal's artistic-vision is to create warm, collectable, museum-quality masterpieces which connect with his clients on a personal and emotional level. He collects only the finest examples of various domestic and exotic wood with which to create the finest sculpture imaginable. His work has been described as sensuous, captivating, sophisticated, innovative, and sexy (to name a few). His methods of sculpting can vary depending upon what the particular piece demands, though he generally uses a grinder and similar techniques to finish each piece. His work is constantly evolving, from his earlier, more simplistic (though nonetheless captivating) single-piece wood sculpture, to the dynamic sculpting and assembly of multiple redwood jellyfish with a maple reef abstract. In the 6 years he has worked as an artist, Neal has attended numerous shows successfully around California, exhibiting and moving several high-caliber pieces, even shipping internationally. His form of sculpture is current, timeless, and unique; only three of the many compelling reasons to look more closely into his work.
All of Neal's lumber is hand-selected for high quality, unique grain, and a stable dry condition to yield the most worry-free piece. Every sculpture is preserved with an oil & varnish blend or carnuba wax, an old hand-rubbed technique, or a combination of the two preservatives. Sculptures that have been waxed only may need to be waxed in the future to increase luster, though it is not imperative to the preservation of the piece. Pieces integrating metal are either brass or stainless steel, all fastened with structural adhesive. A variety of anodized colors can be used to accentuate your custom piece including Gold plating. All wall art hangs on screws or wall-fasteners, which are easy to install with the manual reference system. Mounting hardware is provided with each piece. With the proper care, these pieces will provide beauty for generations to come.
Neal is available for worldwide installations above and beyond what appears on his site, and prefers a clientele who wish for the same from their art. From the simple and sensual to the large and extravagant, sculpture which reflects the soul, or a piece to tickle even the most whimsical fantasies. The representative work here can be modified and customized to fit larger scale projects which often require more depth and detail. Also, if you have a special piece of wood that you are not sure what to do with, he can create a family heirloom with a custom commission and design. With over 25 years of creative experience and a vivid imagination, Neal will create the freshest design to compliment any taste.
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