About 100 Wild Juniper
The Maker's Story
Hello! My name is Jay Jack. I grew up in Washington state, where I spent much of my “outdoor time” in the mountains of the Cascades; skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting or just exploring. Although I had a long career behind a desk as an electrical engineer, I have always drawn my strength and creative inspiration from time spent in wild and natural places. At 64 years old, I'm done with engineering and live in western Montana with my wife (Nan) and dog (Goldie), near the historic mining town of Philipsburg. Our small ranch lies on the eastern flank of the Saphire Mountains, where rugged landscapes and wild nature are just a step outside the door!
I'm excited to share with you some of my projects and tell you about this beautiful place I call home. I'm not a master woodworker or a highly trained artist, but I try to learn something new every day while making sure to have fun and not take myself too seriously. All my wood is sourced locally and sustainably. I have no employees and have no intention of making this a full-time job. My production follows the seasons. I expect to produce wood objects (and gather wood) mostly in spring and early summer (with some additional activity in the fall). My 2-dimensional art projects will be produced primarily in the winter (with subject matter gathered year-round). If all goes as planned, I'll still have time for outdoor fun, family, travel, home projects, promoting my work and maybe even shipping out a few orders!
Thank you for visiting my website. You can also follow me on Instagram and Pinterest. I hope you will join me on my journey. I'll try to make it interesting and fun.
Juniper Objects
Our wood products are made from locally gathered Rocky Mountain Juniper, mostly from our property overlooking the headwaters of Rock Creek in Montana. The Juniper here thrives in defiance of extreme weather, poor soils, and rugged terrain. Thanks largely to this challenging life, the wood possesses a unique beauty and character. It is a true pleasure bringing this beauty and character to life!
Other Art
I enjoy drawing and sketching, but had little time to hone my skills while working as an engineer. Now I'm finding more time. I'm mostly doing pen and ink, and colored pencil work, for now... If you enjoy the beauty of a western landscape, I think you will enjoy checking out my work!