The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway

This month Nina and Charlotte talk to the wonderful Matt Caines from 'Star in the Hand', stone carver, sculptor, and all round creative. Matt talkes us through his training, meeting his wife Amanda who he works with, and how his practise has developed over the many years. Our Story | Star In The Hand Instagram Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected] www.abraxasacademyshop.co.uk

This month, we're joined by Lieve Cornil—lettering artist, calligrapher, designer, and teacher.Lieve shares her journey into the lettering arts, including her key influences, passions, and deep dedication to her craft. We talk about her extensive teaching experience and what she's learned from helping others develop their lettering and design skills. Pop your headphones on while you work and listen in to get inspired. https://lievecornil.com/en/ https://www.instagram.com/lievecornil.design/ Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected] www.abraxasacademyshop.co.uk

This month we talk to the Steven Travis, maker of our favorite tungsten chisels Al Orr.  We learn about the facinating history of his company R H & G Travis & Son Ltd, how the chisels are still hand made, what the differnet chisel colours mean, and so much more. Put your headphones on while you are working and listen in to learn more. Stone Working Tools - Stone Working Tools Al-Orr Chisels – Southern Stone and Tools Al-orr Marble & Stone Masonry Chisel Pneumatic Head - Combined Masonry Supplies Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected] www.abraxasacademyshop.co.uk

In honour of Richard Kindersley we have re-released the interview we recorded late last year. home - Richard Kindersley Studio     Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected] www.abraxasacademy.co.uk Stone carving courses (abraxasacademy.co.uk)

This month we talk to the fabulous Zoë Wilson who very generously gave us a whole morning to talk. We have edited down this conversation so you get all the best bits. She has a large following on instagram, her page if beautifully curated showing off her work off to its very best.  Zoë Wilson is a sculptor specialising in creating intricate geometric patterns hand-carved into British Stone. Her work focuses on precision, craftsmanship and the slow process of making https://zoewilsoncarving.com/ https://www.instagram.com/zoewilsoncarving Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected] www.abraxasacademyshop.co.uk

Charlotte and Nina talk to Amelia Crowley-Roth and Sam Lee from London Stone Carving. They joyfully discuss their early influences, take us through their projects they have worked on and share the struggles of running a stone carving business.  Sam offers up our Top Tip for the month! https://www.londonstonecarving.com/ https://www.instagram.com/londonstonecarving/     Rosie Musgrave https://www.instagram.com/rosiemusgravesculpture/ Her exhibition can be seen at The Crypt, St. Michael's Hill, Bristol, 17 -19 November 10am - 5pm   Have a questison or Top Tip you would like to share,  want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected]      

After a break, Nina and Charlotte are back, with a promise of more episodes to come. Listen to their short intro to season 3 of the Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway. Top tips and more   Two day intensive drapery in clay course Fontself - The Easiest Way to Make Fonts  

We talk to the inspirational Miriam Johnson about her journey in stonecarving and sculpture, her teaching stone carving in AlUla in Saudi Arabia with the King's Foundation and her current evolving work which manages to merge traditional skills with contemporary expression.  About | miriamjohnson [email protected] The King's Foundation Courses 2025 Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected]

Charlotte and Nina talk to Michael Paraskos about the craft of articulating your thoughts on carving and the value of open debate. Where is carving going and where do we fit in the conversation. Michael is an writer and educator, publishing novels and books on art and culture, appearing on television and radio, including BBC Radio 4's Front Row. He also writes for newspapers and magazines, including The Spectator and The Guardian Michael Paraskos | art historian and writer Pygmalion 1: Provocations in Contemporary Carving: Provocations in Contemporary Carving: Amazon.co.uk: Paraskos, Michael: 9781999368081: Books Home Page Short Courses 2025 Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected]

We talk to Tim Crawley about his long and interesting career in carving - working on a wide and impressive range of commissions, both in scale and public profile. He talks us through his career progression and  Tim Crawley | Stonecarving, Sculpture and Design Women in Conservation: a conversation | spab.org.uk Short Courses 2025 Abraxas Academy Have a questison or tip for the fitting room, want us to discuss a particular topic, then send your nice questions and comments to 'The Stone Carving and Lettering Takeaway' - we'd love to hear from you. [email protected]