CANVASBACK DUCK WOOD

Canvasback Duck Wood by Sam Nottleman

MEET THE ARTIST

Sam Nottleman

Together with his wife, Gayle Nottleman, Sam Nottelman is renowned for his duck art expertise. He is one of just three carvers employed by Wild Wings, where Gayle also works as a painter. Sam turned his sculpture and pottery hobbies into a career after 33 years as a drummer in a country rock band. Today, he's regarded as a master carver. Every intricate bird sculpture and duck decoy features detailed and realistic carving work done by Sam in his shop just south of Winona in Minnesota.

Learn More About Sam Nottleman

CHOOSE YOUR FINE ART FORMAT

TIMELESS HOME DECOR

Over my fifty years of duck hunting, I have only shot five or so canvasbacks. I created this quarter size, 'King of the Ducks' in 2015. The small size is a good option for a lover of waterfowl who may not have a lot of room to display artwork in their home or cabin.