“Doug is a creative genius, and I don't throw that word around lightly. He's technically excellent, but so much more. Everything he does is infused with passion and he displays a rare intuition for getting at the core of a piece, then brings it to the foreground in his work in an understated, and joyful way. We have three of Doug's pieces hanging in our home including our home's symbolic soul and visual focal point, "The Tree of Life", above our mantle. I reflect on it often and am uplifted by its themes of perseverance, diligence, origins, posterity, redemption and joy. Commissioning this piece and working with Doug to bring it to life was a delight. I can't recommend Doug, his process and his art highly enough. Anything he creates for you will be a blessing and treasure to you and generations of your family to come.”

— Lee Prince - Johnston, IA

"As avid collectors of Doug Forrest's artwork, we own commissioned one of a kind original works, along with signature pieces from his sought-after wooden dress collection. Mr. Forrest is a truly gifted artist and a pleasure to work with to bring our visions to life. If you can dream it, he can create it! There's no limit to his imagination and attention to detail.”

— Kristin & J.R. Smalley - Houston, TX

“The perfect gift. It’s always a bit of a conundrum finding a gift that someone will love and enjoy for years to come. Our pets love us unconditionally and are family; they bring so much joy. I had high expectations yet was blown away when I opened the package and spent time taking in all the details. Between the incredible painting and carved details, Doug completely captured the spirit of Tippy in the wood portrait. Truly incredible. Doug, thank you for the care and love you put into creating this evocative piece of art.”

— Catherine Holtz - South Orange, New Jersey

“I've known Doug for 35 years and he is a true Renaissance man with an original style reflected in everything he does. I commissioned a silver leaf 6-foot swordfish sculpture and I could not be more happy. The thought, detail and scale of this piece is truly amazing. It hangs in a place of honor in our home in Spain and we are thrilled!

— Colin Reeves - Alicante, Spain