These are two of the many tree sculptures carved after Hurricane Ike destroyed thousands of trees on the island.

These two sculptures can be seen where the old Galveston Fire Station was located downtown.

Artist
James D. Phillips has carved trees at residences all over Texas. His art can also be seen in front yards and on the grounds of public buildings all over Galveston Island. Some highlights of James’ include “The Wizard of Oz,” “Geisha,” “Pelican Diving into a School of Fish,” and “Fireplug” at City Hall.
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