Montrose Artisans, based in Montrose, Alabama, continues the production and sales of "Classic Craftsman" products developed through The Design Shop by its founder (my dad), John N. White.

John developed the Evolution of the Golf Ball displays over thirty years ago through his association with the late Laurie Aucterlonie of St. Andrews, Scotland. Mr. Aucterlonie was the last in his long line of well-known St. Andrews club and ball makers, and served as Curator and Honorary Professional for The Royal & Ancient. Over the years, he became a mentor and friend to John; their rapport deepened through a shared viewpoint of uncompromising quality and appreciation of golf's history.

Years ago, Mr. Aucterlonie loaned John his personal antique feathery ball to use as a model for originating the replica. When John returned the antique ball, he included a completed Single display with the replica affixed inside as a gift. Mr. Aucterlonie's initial reaction was indignation - that his ball had been somehow adhered to the walnut base. Finding his original safely secured in the packing material, he called John to tell of his mistake, and to express his appreciation for the gift and the authenticity of John's reproduction.

My dad was proud to have had several of his reproductions on display in Laurie Aucterlonie's shop in St. Andrews. He avoided short cuts in making his reproductions, and was consistently devoted to detail and craftsmanship. He asked me to take over the business in which he had such a personal investment because he knew I was as particular about quality of craftsmanship as he. The materials I use are through the sourcing and craftsmen Dad used for decades. 

Montrose Artisans stands behind the quality of our work, and guarantees your satisfaction.

      - Elisa White Martin

Our Products

The Evolution of the Golf Ball displays are highly detailed and accurate reproductions, proudly made in the USA, with hand finished components proprietary to Montrose Artisans.

Our products have been featured in many museums and golf exhibitions throughout the world, in the personal collections of some of golf's most famous personalities, and used as awards in many prestigious tournaments.

We take special pleasure in working with large and small orders that involve personalization or a custom touch. Wholesale pricing is available to clubs, tournaments, and companies.

Our customers include Titleist, MacGregor, Spalding, Maxfli, American Jr. Golf Association, United States Golf Association, The Royal and Ancient, Arnold Palmer Golf Academy, Jack Nicklaus Collection, Sea Pines Plantation, Pebble Beach, Pinehurst, Grand Cypress, Heritage Golf Classic, Atlanta Golf Classic, The Golf Channel, Delta Air Lines, Bonnell Aluminum, Anderson Consulting, Marriott, Matsushita, Sony, and many private country clubs throughout the world.