Introduction to Stone Carving

<p>  </p><p><strong style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Human faces are carved in surprising ways into Garrity's work suggesting the threads that connect myth past and present and even forces of nature. ©2000 Boston Irish Reporter</strong></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)> </strong></p><p>'Introduction toi Stone Cardving' is an illustrated guide to the art of direct stone carving by award winning artist DJ Garrity. Developed during his tenure as Sculptor-In-Residence of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The artist employs the human face as a template to demonstrate the use of basic hand tools and techniques to create unique works in stone. The procedures outlined in the guide serce as a basis for workshops and seminars at botanic gardens museums and art associations across America and Ireland. </p>