Limestone Sculpture Workshop dates
The next Limestone Sculpture Workshop is scheduled for 11th August. If you want to be notified of future workshops, you can subscribe to my email updates
Gift Certificates
If you know someone who would like to attend one of my workshops, you can now buy a gift certificate at Trybooking
Our usual venue, the Camberwell Community Centre, is being redeveloped, so we have a new venue in Ashwood.
- Time & Date: 10:00am - 4:00pm, Sunday 11th August 2019
- Venue: 12 Edmonds Avenue, Ashwood
Gift Certificates
If you know someone who would like to attend one of my workshops, you can now buy a gift certificate at Trybooking
Our usual venue, the Camberwell Community Centre, is being redeveloped, so we have a new venue in Ashwood.
Testimonials
- "John's workshop was excellent value - the information provided was comprehensive, it was very practical and his guidance and encouragement gave a beginner the support needed to produce an impressive result. If you are interested in learning to sculpt, you can't do better than this workshop." - Michael A.
- "I really enjoyed the workshop and am in love with limestone and sculpture! A little challenging but so rewarding. Thanks for a great day and fantastic mentoring. I can't wait to do another!" - Jan V.
- "Thank you again for the fantastic day Chriss & I had on Saturday. We both enjoyed our time thoroughly and I for one was pleasantly surprised at the result of my efforts. Even my sons were impressed." - Mark S.
- "I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and was more than a little amazed at how a sculpture of some sort came together. Everyone's sculpture had something of interest and I thought they all looked pretty amazing actually. Thanks for a relaxed and enjoyable workshop." - Anne D.
- "I had a great day and was pleased with what I ended up with and the skills that I learnt. The class had a great friendly atmosphere and I liked it how you offered suggestions - but didn't "take over". A great way to spend a Sunday. Thanks again." - Ben H.
- "I had a fabulous day at your workshop and I am keen to do another one." Amanda M.
Workshop FAQ
What is included?
What does it cost?
The workshop cost is $130.00.
How do I pay for the workshop?
Book and pay by credit card at Trybooking.com
For alternative payment methods, please contact me.
What else do I need to know?
What should I wear?
You will get dusty, so wear old clothes or protective smock/apron and sturdy, closed toe shoes.
Is there any pre-reading/preparation you would recommend?
It is not necessary to have a design in mind when you come to the workshop. In fact, when learning, it can be better to simply start carving the stone and see what develops. The focus is on learning how to use the tools and how the stone behaves when you are carving it.
If you would like some inspiration before the workshop, use Google or Pinterest to search for images of “stone sculpture” or “abstract stone sculpture”. Your local library should have a few books on sculpture and I will bring some to the workshop.
If you do have a design in mind, consider the size of the blocks we will be using (10 x 14 x 66cm or 10 x 29 x 33cm) and also that limestone is quite coarse, so it is difficult to carve very detailed features.
What if I have more questions?
You may phone or email me with any questions:
Ph. 0412 871 140
Email: [email protected]
- You will get a block of limestone (10 x 14 x 66cm or 10 x 29 x 33cm) and tools to use for the day.
- I will explain how to use the tools to work the limestone and some of the elements of sculpture design and by the end of the day you will have your own sculpture to take home!
- You will also get information on where to source limestone and tools so you can continue carving at home.
What does it cost?
The workshop cost is $130.00.
How do I pay for the workshop?
Book and pay by credit card at Trybooking.com
For alternative payment methods, please contact me.
What else do I need to know?
- Please note that sculpting stone is quite physical (handling the stone and using tools like chisels and rasps to carve it), so the workshop may not be suitable if you have dexterity issues.
- Normally you will be standing at a workbench for most of the workshop to carve the stone. It is possible to sculpt from a seated position but this may limit your access to the work. If you have any concerns or questions, don’t hesitate to contact me.
- Enrolments will close on the Friday before the workshop, or earlier if course places are filled.
- A place will not be confirmed until payment is made.
- If there are insufficient numbers for a workshop it may be cancelled or postponed. In this case, you will be notified and given a full refund.
- Refunds will be issued for cancelling workshop participation if you give at least 7 days notice prior to the workshop date.
- This workshop is for adults, children's workshops t.b.a.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled workshop time.
What should I wear?
You will get dusty, so wear old clothes or protective smock/apron and sturdy, closed toe shoes.
Is there any pre-reading/preparation you would recommend?
It is not necessary to have a design in mind when you come to the workshop. In fact, when learning, it can be better to simply start carving the stone and see what develops. The focus is on learning how to use the tools and how the stone behaves when you are carving it.
If you would like some inspiration before the workshop, use Google or Pinterest to search for images of “stone sculpture” or “abstract stone sculpture”. Your local library should have a few books on sculpture and I will bring some to the workshop.
If you do have a design in mind, consider the size of the blocks we will be using (10 x 14 x 66cm or 10 x 29 x 33cm) and also that limestone is quite coarse, so it is difficult to carve very detailed features.
What if I have more questions?
You may phone or email me with any questions:
Ph. 0412 871 140
Email: [email protected]
Camberwell Workshop, 28th April 2019
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Camberwell Workshop, 3rd March 2019
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Camberwell workshop, 18th November 2018
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Camberwell workshop, 7th October 2018
A great group of new limestone sculptors created some wonderful sculptures!
Camberwell workshop, 22nd July 2018
Another fun day, turning limestone blocks into amazing sculptures. Again, people were pleased and surprised at what they were able to create in a day.
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Ashburton workshop, 26th May 2018
We had a great day of sculpting at the Ashburton Scout Hall. The open fire was appreciated because of the cold morning.
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