Now what can I say about this permanent lawn sculpture except the homeowner must have a great sense of humor and fun! Homer Simpson in all of his colorful glory was spotted by my teenagers in the front yard of a home between Centerville and Lino Lakes.
It is definitely one for the collection of Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions as when my son first saw it I was distracted by the exclamation, "Look! There is a giant Homer Simpson in that yard!" On our next trip down to the Twin Cities, taking the short cut from Columbus through Centerville, we slowed down and there was Homer in all his glory. This piece of chainsaw art is carved right out of the what must have been a massive tree where it stood in the front yard of the home. Not the lawn decoration for every family but for lovers of the Simpson's, it is "¡Ay, caramba!" or a great surprise!
Other Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions:
- Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions-Hometown Version: The North St. Paul Snowman
- Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions--Homeowner Version: Ham Lake Bald Eagle in Nest
- Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions-Homeowner Version: Little Gnome Facts in Forest Lake
- Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions--Hometown Version: Lindstrom Teapot Watertower
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Teri~ maybe it's just my laptop's resolution, but does Homer have a belly button carved in !! Very cute but I'm not sure this would fly in the Princeton area.
Teri... this is funny. As much as I can appreciate all types of art and actually like this one, I don't think I could have it on my property. Depending on where some live, the neighbors might not be happy with you. lol
On another note, my grandfather use to do this as a hobby and for a living on the side. Wood carvings and they actually made a small little museum for his carvings and paintings in Two Rivers, WI. Just thought I would mention this since you live in MN.
Teri, you have some unique homeowners in your area; with quite the sense of humor. It is quite amazing what they did with a tree stump.
I'm with Jeff though I could not have this on my property. I'm not a big fan of the Simpsons.
Jeff--There was a carving museum story last week or so...but from the promo they all looked like they were in more hand carved pieces...about 6-12 inches high. I didn't catch the name of the town but they usually are driving distance from the Twin Cities. There are two stations that do this type of show...i will have to look into which one it was to see if it was about your grandfather. Maybe another museum as around here it is quite the hobby.