Stone – material and technique

The choice of materials is crucial, as it influences not only the aesthetic outcome of a work but also its durability and contextual significance. Due to its timeless beauty, marble is the stone I use most frequently. Stone is a noble medium, yet it is also highly diverse. It occurs in a wide range of colors and possesses varying physical properties. These characteristics are worth exploring and utilizing in the creation of sculpture. Stone guarantees the uniqueness of the final work; however, working with it requires experience and a thorough understanding of its different varieties.

My process involves removing excess material from a stone block to reveal the form I have conceived. The shapes I create demand precision and a deep understanding of the material. They also require imagination and the ability to anticipate how the stone will respond. Stone continually tests the sculptor who works with it, challenging muscles, bones, and human endurance. Completing a sculpture requires considerable patience. In the creation of a single work, I often use around fifty different tools, and some pieces take months to complete. Typically, nearly seventy percent of the original block must be removed to achieve the final form.

The completed work, however, brings immense satisfaction. Through carving, I strive to discover the ideal shape and refine the surface of the form. Throughout the creative process, I seek order, and when that sense of order is achieved, I consider the work finished.