Fort Worth Artist Carves Bucking Bull Ice Sculpture on Snow Day

Paul Miller transforms wintry weather into a Texas rodeo-inspired work of art.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 4:47pm

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While some might build a typical snowman on a snowy day, Fort Worth artist Paul Miller decided to create a more unique winter sculpture - a bucking bull made entirely of ice. Miller, a professional ice sculptor, carved the large ice sculpture as a tribute to Texas culture and the city's rodeo heritage.

Why it matters

Miller's ice sculpture provides a creative and unexpected twist on traditional snow day activities, blending Texas iconography with the unexpected medium of ice. The sculpture has drawn significant community interest and social media buzz, showcasing how an artist can transform wintry weather into a work of art that celebrates local culture and brings people together.

The details

Using three large blocks of ice, Miller carved an impressive bucking bull sculpture over the course of a few hours. The process involved packing snow into a trash can, freezing it, and then carving the ice into the final sculpture. Neighbors and passersby were drawn to the spectacle, taking photos and marveling at Miller's quick artistic skills.

  • On a snowy day in Fort Worth, Texas in January 2026.

The players

Paul Miller

A Fort Worth-based artist and professional ice sculptor who carved the bucking bull ice sculpture.

Ray Flores

A Fort Worth resident who was one of the many spectators who came to view Miller's ice sculpture.

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What they’re saying

“Stockshow rodeo, going on a bucking bull, would be a good way to represent Fort Worth and Texas.”

— Paul Miller, Ice Sculptor

“The fact that I can quickly, in a few hours, make some magic and art and see all the people come by with smiles on their faces taking pictures.”

— Paul Miller, Ice Sculptor

“Filled a trash can and packed it with snow and filled it with water, flipped it over, and I had a block and I carved it into a gorilla.”

— Paul Miller, Ice Sculptor

What’s next

Miller plans to continue creating unique ice sculptures that celebrate Texas culture and bring the community together.

The takeaway

Paul Miller's bucking bull ice sculpture demonstrates how an artist can transform unexpected winter weather into a work of art that resonates with the local community and showcases regional pride and identity.