Tufted Puffin This walrus ivory puffin is hand carved by Inupiaq artist Ted Mayac Jr. Ted became interested in carving when he was 14, and at the age of 18 he began carving birds.Loons were an early favorite of his.However, he began branching out and today probably carves about 40 different birds.Always seeking to improve on his work, he has created intricate feathering and coloration.
