PHOTOS: Okamoto Studio Carves Incredibly Intricate Ice Sculptures in Downtown Manhattan

<a href="http://www.okamotostudionyc.com/studio/">Okamoto Studio</a> was on site at the World Financial Center's outdoor plaza this weekend showcasing their deft ice-carving skills. The live demonstrations resulted in a series of ice sculptures that made up a spectacular "Fantastical Botanical" scene for the public to enjoy. Supported by <a href="http://brookfieldplaceny.com/OkamotoStudio">Arts Brookfield</a>, six carvers were hard at work with chisels and chainsaws, creating an ice garden of delights like a frozen water vase filled with bamboo and even an icy birdbath.

Okamoto Studio has a long-history of talented ice carving skill.

Thomas Brown came to New York City specifically to build his skills and work with the renown studio.

Some of the sculptures contained plants frozen in the ice.

Founded by father-son team Takeo and Shintaro Okamoto in 2003, the artist collective has since grown and boasts clients from the event, hospitality, culinary, fashion, and media industry.

A reverse carving technique was used to create the white, engraved effect.

Carving continued today with two members of Okamoto Studio on site.

Hungry March Band provided live music for the celebratory event.

A variety of flora and fuana make up the "Fantastical Botanical."

A variety of shapes and textures were achieved by the masterful sculptors.

Okamoto Studio produces works that are enjoyed in both private, intimate settings as well as public spaces and their reputation grows with each job.

Inspired by stalagmites, the "ice trees" provided a forest like backdrop.

Ice was transformed into works of art.

New Jersey could be seen across the river from the World Financial Center Plaza.