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Wednesday, March 22nd, 2017
I have been busy hand carving many different types of stones into some interesting sculptures, house names and memorials.
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When carrying out commissions it is important for me to be able to communicate my ideas to people but also to make sure that I have understood the requirements of my customers. ...
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Wednesday, March 1st, 2017
This commission is in memory of a loved one. I made a drawing which was approved by my customers and so the carving was started.
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I chose the stone because it has beautiful fossils these opened up to reveal stunning geodes of calcite crystals.
The only way to create a bowl with this ...
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Wednesday, February 22nd, 2017
I am excited to show you the final set of photos of my commission to carve a Brown Bear eating a fish using Tetbury limestone.
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The initial plan was to have him in the garden with rocks and plants to make it look like he was in water but my ...
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Thursday, January 26th, 2017
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My workshop at Taurus Crafts nr Lydney in Gloucestershire is home to other craftsmen and women.
So if you fancy having a go at stonemasonry then pop in and see me on one of my days but if that isn't your thing then try out one of the other fun ...
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Friday, January 13th, 2017
Happy New Year, As you can see I am progressing well with this commission to carve a Brown Bear eating a fish.
I have drilled under his chin, that really took some doing as the stone is pretty hard but I am managing to dig out the stone to show off ...
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