Live Performances
Art Created Live
Before Your Eyes
Chainsaw carving, ice sculpting, and pumpkin carving performed live at your event. The audience watches raw material become art — and the finished piece stays with you.
Live carving experiences
Chainsaw CarvingWood & Chainsaw Carving
Watch Dustin transform a raw log into a finished sculpture using chainsaws, grinders, and hand tools. Perfect for festivals, corporate events, and outdoor celebrations. The finished piece becomes a permanent keepsake or auction item.
Ice SculptingLive Ice Carving
A 300-pound block of crystal-clear ice becomes a work of art in front of your eyes. Dustin placed 3rd at the National Ice Carving Championships and has carved 100+ ice sculptures for parties, weddings, and events. Available year-round for indoor and outdoor events.
Pumpkin CarvingPumpkin & Food Carving
Seasonal pumpkin carving performances for fall festivals, Halloween events, and harvest celebrations. Giant pumpkins transformed into detailed sculptures — a crowd-gathering spectacle that's perfect for family events and corporate fall parties.
Performance Packages
Three tiers to match your event scale. All packages include the finished sculpture as your keepsake.
Solo Performance
Starting at
- 3-4 hour live carving
- Ice, wood, or pumpkin
- Finished piece stays with client
- Setup and cleanup included
- Ice sculpture teardown is an optional add-on
- Travel within 50 mi included
Event Spotlight
Starting at
- 4-6 hour live performance
- Audience interaction & photo ops
- Branded display setup
- Multiple carving mediums available
- Social media content
Headline Experience
Starting at
- Half-day or full-day presence
- Multiple carvings throughout
- Live auction of finished pieces
- Custom branded signage
- Multi-day festival rates available
Travel beyond 50 miles of Columbus/Hocking Hills: $0.67/mile + lodging. Holiday season (Nov-Jan): 15-20% surcharge. Materials included for standard designs; custom or oversized at additional cost.
What to Expect
Before the Event
We coordinate logistics: power requirements (if applicable), space dimensions, setup timing, and the specific sculpture or design the audience will watch being created.
During the Performance
Dustin engages the crowd throughout, explaining techniques and the creative process. Audiences are fascinated — crowds gather and stay for the full performance.
After the Show
The finished sculpture stays with you. For corporate events, it becomes a branded display piece. For festivals, it can be auctioned for charity. For private events, it's a one-of-a-kind memento.
"Dustin did a great job, he had a crowd watching throughout his demonstration! He was on time, professional and created an amazing piece."
— Monica Biemer
Book a Live Performance
Tell us about your event — date, venue, audience size, and preferred carving medium. We'll put together a custom package.
Book Your EventPlanning your project
A few answers to help you take the next step.
What kinds of live carving can I book?
Choose wood and chainsaw carving, ice sculpting or pumpkin carving. We discuss the event and the design the audience will watch being created.
What do the live-performance packages cost and how long do they last?
The starting package is $2,000+ with 3–4 hours of live carving. Event Spotlight starts at $3,000+ with a 4–6-hour performance. Headline Experience starts at $5,000+ for a half-day or full-day presence. Confirm the format and schedule for your event.
Does the finished sculpture stay with us?
The finished carving stays with the client. How long it lasts depends on the material: ice melts and pumpkins are temporary; a wood sculpture can be a lasting keepsake with suitable care.
What should we discuss before booking?
Share the event date, venue, audience and preferred carving medium. We coordinate space, safety and any power requirements. Confirm setup, cleanup and any ice-sculpture teardown with your selected package.
Is travel included?
The starting package lists travel within 50 miles as included. Additional travel and lodging charges may apply. Ask for a written travel quote for your venue, including the mileage starting point and whether the calculation is round-trip.
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