Welcome to Unique Pens & Artwork. I create one-of-a-kind fine art. Handcrafted Pens, Woodturnings, and Woodart. I also play with metal, tile, and stained-glass.

My goal is to take the best fusion of these raw materials and create unique multimedia works of art that make you go 'WOW!'

The journey IS the best part of course. I explore new ideas daily, just ask me 'whats next?'

Thanks for visiting my blog. Michael

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Finally! Time to update.

Many changes. For those who know, well you know. Everyone else, we moved to Montana, the Bitterroot Valley. Beautifiul mountain vistas, clear running rivers and creeks. Great towns and ranches. Lots of critters to watch and hunt.Snow in the Winter, long sunny days in the Summer.

 Unique Pens & Artwork remains a small operation. I make a few pens and bowls as time permits. Between my day job and work around the home, that's not much time. I have piggybacked on my wife's business: Massage Therapy in Hamilton, Montana:

Diana Nurkowski, LMT, RN
Massage Therapy
127 West Main Street, Hamilton, MT 59840
406-381-7614

Sunset over the Bitterroots
A light snow in the valley



Monday, December 26, 2011

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year !!!

To all my friends and family, my sincerest wishes for a wonderful holiday season, as well as a fantastic new year.

I admit to being pretty quiet this year on the unique pens.

I've been pretty busy with my day job, woodcutting, chores, favors, and being more 'resilient'.

I will post pictures of presents made this season.

Thanks, and God Bless.

Michael

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Hellooo Spring!

I am enjoying the warmer (if still wet) weather. Longer daylight definitely raises my spirits too. Coming out of Winter, my creative ideas are stirring and I feel it's past due time for me to play with some new ideas for pens and artwork.

  • I have a new band-saw which allows for different cuts while conserving precious exotic woods. 
  • I have ideas for matched pen sets in contrasting woods.
  • First trials with segmented acrylics are encouraging. This could lead to new and exciting color combinations.
  • I will search again for a stronger 0.7mm pencil kit. Especially for you Suzanne!
  • I have a beautiful piece of Claro Walnut turned for a small lidded box. (Esther G.)
  • This will my second year running Unique Pens & Artwork. While I enjoy the wood, the pens, and the art; I am also looking for new business ideas and possible expansions and partnerships.
     Thanks again to my Wife, Diana, my Family, and my Friends & Customers.
             For the help, encouragement and of course the sales.

    God Bless and Keep Safe.

    Michael



Monday, January 24, 2011

Handmade Journals & Like

Its Unique Pens & ARTWORK!

So here is some of my beautiful Wife Diana's artwork:

Journals by Diana











Saturday, January 15, 2011

Check It Out! We're on Google Maps Now!

Unique Pens & Artwork on Google Maps


20% Discount continues to (at least) our 1st year anniversary on 20 February. This applies to all Co-workers, Friends, & Family. Thanks for all the great business this year!

The Wave Collection

 A unique design of mine involves the carefully measured and carved scallops or waves down the length of a pen.

#90. The original wavy Slimline pen. 



#134. Attache' in Crushed Turquoise and Rose Gold



#81. European 'Bandless' Wave Pen in Crimson.                                                                                                       Given away for Nurse's Week in 2010


#127. Slimline 'Mini-Wave' in Persimmon Swirl Resin

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

The Concavo Collection

My unique collection all based on a concave barrel shape that produces a gentle and comfortable grip while forming a serene almost zen-like shape.










Concavo Slim in limited-edition 8-Wood












Concavo Slim in Cappuccino














Concavo Artisan Rollerball in Sapphire Water








Concavo Slim in Spalted Cherry





Concavo Slim in Pearl Resin