When you can't find me at the studio, it's probably because I'm running after family or helping my farmer/preacher, Jay. Family is first on my list and these three are the reason I'm able to be the artist in residence at The Shepherd's studio. Each item made at The Shepherd’s Studio is as original as the family behind the artist.  Growing our business in rural Kansas, I choose to reflect the neighbor-helping-neighbor attitude witnessed by generations of craftsmen who valued hard work, creativity and the beauty around them.  I believe that’s the essence of American-made and honors the 4 generations of the American Farm Family who have gone before me.