About The Crowls - The CRafty Owls

At the age of six, Tom Crowl decided he wanted to be a magician.  In 1984, he realized that dream by becoming a professional entertainer.  Dierdre joined the show in 1990 - making it official in 1991 by becoming his partner in life.  The couple's son,  Cameron, was born in 1994 and joined the act at age 3.  The family performs comedy and magic programs suited for family audiences.   Their show has been seen at fairs, festivals, mall promotions, corporate events and schools throughout the East Coast.  

 As a performance artist, Tom enjoyed entertaining audiences - but he felt the need to express his creativity in other mediums.  It wasn't until he decided to carve a wooden Santa for Dierdre, that he figured out exactly what that form of expression would be.  His first hand carved primitive Santa ignited Tom's passion for the art of wood carving. 

Tom always felt his love of wood must have originated with his grandfather, who was a carpenter.   When he began to carve wine barrel heads, Tom learned many of the original carvers were also graphic artists and sign painters.  About the same time, his mother showed him a portfolio of his great grandfather's work.  His great grandfather, a German immigrant, was a highly talented graphic artist and sign painter.  Tom believes that his ancestry is, in a sense, speaking through him as he creates his works.

When you purchase from Crafty Owl, you are supporting an American artist.  (And his family!)  All pieces are hand crafted, carved and shaped - one at a time.  We thank you in advance for taking the time to visit our site.  If you have any questions or we can be of service, please e-mail us.