Post #316159 by Robin on Sun, Jul 1, 2007 6:44 PM

Thank you both so much for the warm welcome. Yes, it was Steve Gwaliasi who showed me the way....unbelievably generous with his time. his studio, and his materials. And yep Tama...with Greenstone...when it's gone it's gone...purely reductive. Quite a challenge....it will take some time to adjust my vision, and coax the image from the stone. I'm a neophyte, but I will post some images soon.

Benz... Just happens to coincide with a visit to my family and the redwoods...and I was very very fortunate to spend the time I did in NZ...amazing country. The Greenstone itself was worth the visit....the scenery and the people, and the history and the amazing artwork were all bonuses. It looks like there might be some interesting stuff at the BSJF, I'll be sure to keep you posted as to what I find there. I've been reading the posts backwards and forwards...I'm about a third of the way to the middle. A lot of information here...and thanks for the open door on questions...very grateful.

Best
Robin