Chain Saw Carvings - June 2017

Larkin Park  - Chad Gainey/Photographs by Betsy Reed

Chad Gainey first started his career in chainsaw sculpture in the spring of 2011 as a way to enjoy weekends with his family at the local farmers market. His first carvings were various tikis carved out of scrap logs.

Chad holds a Bachelors Degree in Agriculture Education from the University of Florida and spent several years teaching high school agriculture before making the transition to full time professional chainsaw artist after partnering with international power equipment manufacturer Husqvarna in early 2015. 

The City of Umatilla has commissioned Mr. Gainey to create several sculptures in Cadwell Park and one in Larkin Park. Other carvings can currently be found all across the United States as well as Canada and Germany.  

Chad currently resides in north Florida with his family. He can be seen carving regularly at Open Houses and other dealer and corporate events for Husqvarna.