Workshop Program

The program lasts for three weeks, with an optional fourth week.

  • 1st Week Initial introduction and demonstrations of stone carving tools, techniques and equipment. Stone is selected and the form is roughed out. Visits to local marble and mosaic studios.
  • 2nd Week Experimentation and exploration of tools and working methods continue as the sculpture progresses. The sculptural form is refined, and more visits and demonstrations at marble studios and a bronze foundry take place.
  • 3rd Week Sculptures are finished and polished. Bases can be selected and sculptures mounted if necessary, and crates ordered for shipping. Visits to tool stores. Basic workshop ends.

Optional

  • 4th Week The workshops can be extended on request on an individual basis, allowing for in depth continuation of the workshop before the next session begins.

 

Session Dates 2006

   
   

Mon  May   8 - Sat  May  27
B  Mon  June  5 - Sat  June 24
C  Mon  July 10 - Sat  July  29
D  Mon  Sept  4 - Sat  Sept 23