Gryn has been carving since 2002 and learned many of his skills through his father, Greg Lightbown. While Gryn works with a variety of media, he is well known for his argillite carving. In recent years, he has become proficient in inlay work. In 2008, he was one of fourteen argillite carvers featured in the book 'Breathing Stone' by Carol Sheehan. His family crests are Raven and Woman with Moon.