Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation--"A Stone Sculptor's Compendium"

“A Stone Sculptor’s Compendium” hosted by Rachman Ulmer is the fourth in a series of FREE sessions about sculpture and stonework at The School at Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation (543 Hwy 46 West, Boerne, TX).

Myles Schachter will lead the talk on “Pictures and Stories from Quarries Around the World” on Friday, October 22 from 6:30pm-8pm. Myles will share stories and pictures of quarries in Italy, Portugal, Turkey and a scattering across the North American continent. The relevance of stone found in the quarries and what makes them good for sculpting will be discussed.

On Saturday, October 23 from 10am-4pm “Tools, Tricks & Stone” will be the topic for the Compendium. Throughout the day, Myles will lead discussions of quarries from around the world, stone sculpting techniques, geology and tools with demonstrations. There will be 18,000 pounds of stone and tools for sale. For more information visit www.mraf.org or call 830-537-4654.