Welcome to The Wright Carver!
Based in Washington state, Hayden Wright is a traveling chainsaw artist who creates bold, one-of-a-kind wood carvings for clients and in competitions across the U.S. and internationally. Known for his versatility, his work ranges from lifelike wildlife and human figures to abstract forms and conceptual designs.
Each piece is custom, whether carved from an onsite stump or from locally sourced wood harvested from surrounding communities. With a deep respect for the material and a keen eye for design, he transforms raw wood into striking sculptures that blend scale, craftsmanship, and story. From private commissions to public art, his carvings leave a lasting impression wherever he goes.
Some of Hayden’s more popular requests include chainsaw carvings of Wolves, Birds, Raccoons, Bears, Moose, Horses, Fish, Otters, Frogs, Dragons, Gargoyles, Sasquatches, Spaceships, Garden Wizards, Floral Designs, Human Face Designs, Mountain Men, Tiki’s/Totem Poles, Custom Furniture, Signs and Wall-hangings and much more!
Hayden takes custom orders for all sizes of carvings of any kind. Let The Wright Carver know what you have in mind, and we can get you a quote for the carving of your dreams. Call us today!
ABOUT THE CARVER, HAYDEN WRIGHT
BIO
Growing up amidst the rugged beauty of Maine, Hayden developed a deep appreciation for nature and the outdoors from an early age. Surrounded by a community of skilled craftsmen, he absorbed their techniques and dedication, blending their influence with his own passion for artistic expression.
What began as a fascination with woodworking evolved years later into a unique talent for chainsaw carving, where Hayden brings the raw beauty of wood to life with precision and creativity. His work often reflects the natural landscapes and wildlife that surround him in his current home of Washington state.
With years of experience and a reputation for detailed, dynamic carvings, Hayden continues to push the boundaries of his craft, creating art that celebrates the connection between nature, craftsmanship and imagination.
PHILOSOPHY
I carve to preserve the soul of the woods, especially the old trees that have stood as silent witnesses on someone’s land for generations. When a tree falls, it doesn’t mean the story ends. It means there’s a chance to give that story a new shape, one that still belongs to the place it grew.
I don’t just cut wood, I work with it. Every knot and curve guides the design. I talk with the people who knew the tree, who walked past it daily, who planted it, or watched it grow. Together, we decide how its legacy should live on. Not just as a carving, but as a presence.
The results aren’t rustic lawn ornaments, they’re dynamic, high-end sculptures. A life-sized stag rising from the heartwood, frozen in motion. A sweeping, abstract eagle with wings arcing upward, carved from a single standing trunk. A tree that becomes a memorial bench with finely detailed reliefs of the land’s wildlife woven into the grain. Each piece is crafted to feel inevitable, like it was always meant to be there, hidden in the wood all along.
These are more than sculptures. They are tributes. Connections between people, place, and time. I carve so the story doesn’t end, it transforms.
-Hayden Wright
