Meet CAVARTist Kenny Kilgore, a Navy Veteran who served for eight years and recently discovered a passion for woodworking. Alongside his wife, Kenny created the Wavey Wooden Flag, a wooden tribute to the American flag he loves.
For Kenny, creating art offers a welcome escape from everyday troubles and an opportunity to keep learning and improving his craft. When he’s ready to create, you’ll find him in his garage with classic rock and roll playing in the background.
Name:
Kenny Kilgore
Branch of service:
Navy
About:
I’m 54. I served 8 years in the Navy. I recently started woodworking and my wife and I created our version of a Wavey Wooden Flag.
Title of Piece:
Wavey Wooden Flag
Medium of Piece:
Wood
Meaning Behind Piece:
The beautiful American Flag
Piece:
What inspires you to create art?
I love the American flag
What part of your life has benefited the most from your creative pursuits?:
It takes me away from the everyday troubles, even if just for a little bit.
Is it important for you to challenge yourself in your art? Tell us why or why not!
Yes. I’m always trying to find ways to improve it.
What is your process or ritual to get your creativity flowing?:
I go out in my garage, turn on classic rock and roll and open a beer.
What does CAVARTS mean to you?:
A place to learn new things
Our monthly theme is Harvest & Transition to Winter, but Kenny submitted this when we were celebrating Winter Photography. Here’s what he had planned:
Spending time with family
What words of inspiration do you have for your fellow CAVARTists?:
Learn new things and have fun
