The practice uses high-voltage electricity to create lightning-like patterns. At least 33 people have died attempting it since 2016, according to the American Association of Woodturners.

Thirty-three people have died from fractal wood burning since 2017. A Wisconsin couple died from electrocution after attempting a viral art technique in their garage, officials said last week.

From life-like animals, to intricate images, all of it is wood. The ‘Wood Carving and Wood Burning show’ is being held at the Mineola League of the Arts building.