Pooktre tree shaping is a unique eco-art form created, developed and perfected by Peter Cook and Becky Northey in South East Queensland, Australia. Pooktre is a dream made into a reality through inspiration, love of nature, tree finesse (see the photos), persistence and understanding trees and how they grow.

Arborsculpture is the art of shaping live tree trunks. Arborsculpture isn't for everyone, but it is for anyone that is into living eco-art. The art of shaping live tree trunks into living art has been around for centuries and continues today by skilled arborists and enthusiastic green thumbs around the globe.

While researching for this post I've come to discover that arborsculpture requires patience, practice, artistry and a knowledge of bending, shaping and grafting procedures. It is a unique form of art that instills a sense of awe when viewed whether as a work in progress or as a 'finished piece'. If you've thought about taking up arborsculpture or maybe even honing your skills in your own backyard, this post should inspire you even more. If you're here just to have a look-see, I've got you covered, too.