Ruben Unzueta

Wood Sculptor. Painter. Singer

Using imagination and visualization Ruben

Unzueta is chipping away at perfecting his craft of wood sculpting. In addition to carving creations Ruben also is an arylics painter.

Aside from wood sculpting and painting, you can find Ruben grounding himself in his garden or singing a sweet tune “I love to sing. I especially enjoy harmonizing in a group or choir. It’s such a beautiful and unifying experience to perfectly harmonize with other singers. It’s elevating to the soul.” Says Ruben.

Ruben’s innate inclinations to fantasy fiction has brought about several commissions which are usually utilized for cosplay props. Other related fantasy inspired props that Ruben creates are wizard pipes, masks, and Katanas.

The Katanas in particular bring Ruben immense pleasure to create, “I just want to make something that makes me happy. I made five wooden katanas and then painted them all. I sold the other four, but decided to keep one for myself.” Expresses Ruben.

Humble and conscientious Ruben Unzueta is following his life’s calling by making creations that bring the utmost joy and pleasure to his heart. . My MediuM for creativity is searching for a feel or wholeness in a piece. if a piece Makes Me feel satisfied, i know i’ve reached the desired point. it’s like eating good food. you just feel good afterwards.

The didgeridoo.

Title: Hunger

Year: 2018

"The didgeridoo piece was made from an old book describing the South Beach diet. I used paper mache to create it. The thought behind it is to not only show hunger but to hear it."

Mandalorian Helmet

TiTle: Cosplay Mando Helmet

Year: 2022

"It’s made from cardboard because I want to stick with creating art and even cosplays out of natural materials. Cardboard is essential a natural material, so I decided to use it. It was more of a personal challenge to see if I could make it."