BIO
Born in 1965, Greensboro, NC / Resides and works near Asheville, NC
Moore’s creative journey was ignited within an artistic family, where as a young child his uncle, a sculptor and art professor, first exposed him to the world of art. Moore was originally trained as an educator, having graduated (summa cum laude) from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
He worked as a teacher, school administrator, and corporate project manager, all the while practicing his craft. He is also a professional arborist. In 2019, he transitioned into a caregiving role for a disabled family member, and has been carving prolifically ever since.
REPRESENTATION
The Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio, Brevard NC
ARTIST STATEMENT
In the forest, my heart sings.
To the silent language of trees, I listen.
And through my work, I give the forest a voice.
From the sprawling mulberry trees that sheltered my childhood home to the stoic tulip poplars of the Blue Ridge Mountains, trees have quietly shaped my life. I climb them. I hike among them. Now — reverently — I carve them.
Although I have worked with other materials, wood is my choice for carving. It is warm, organic, and abundant — a medium that perfectly suits my artistic style: loose, expressive, and rooted in themes of love, resilience, and spiritual truth.
I use wood salvaged from countless native tree species in Western North Carolina. Unwanted, uprooted, or fallen trees still have contributions to make. The trees live on and speak to others through my work, and I am honored to share their stories.
EXHIBITIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
2026
”Unbreakable: Tree & Water,” Art Blooms outdoor exhibit April 2026 - March 2027, Smith-Gilbert Gardens, Kennesaw, GA
2025
“Guardian of Innocence,” honorable mention, Third Annual Juried Fine Art Exhibition — Transylvania Community Arts Council, Brevard, NC
2024
Feature Artist, The Laurel of Asheville
