North Georgia Chainsaw Artist Mal McEwen is helping set a new standard for Chainsaw Art in the Southeast. Over the years Mal has gained respect from some of the best Chainsaw Artists in the world. Easy going to work with, Mal has never backed away from a custom order. He has carved bears of course but also benches, totem poles, signs, eagles and other wildlife... his work can be found as far way as the West Coast and the Northeast and many points between.

Mal McEwen is a north Georgia chainsaw artist with family roots in the area dating back to 1746. He has always enjoyed working with his hands and creating works of beauty, whether it be as a mechanic, machinist or trim carpenter.
Mal picked up a chainsaw for the first time in 2002 and has never looked back. What started as a hobby has transformed into a livelihood, with commissioned projects coming from as far away as California.
Known as the Malhatter (for the colorful top hat he wears while performing), Mal has carved from Florida to Pennsylvania to Washington State and many points in between.

Always willing to give back to his community, Mal demonstrates at multiple local libraries each summer with the hope of inspiring children to follow their dreams. He has also been commissioned for carvings at a number of public and private schools and is always a big hit with the kids.

In May of 2009 Mal organized the first major carving competition in the Southeastern US. The inaugural Buzz in the Blue Ridge Chainsaw Carving Extravaganza was a huge success - nine carvers showcased their talent and raised awareness of this up and coming art form.




www.malworks.com