I have just finished a gravestone plaque in The Dean Cemetery in Edinburgh where I was required to use high raised stone letter carving. I was asked to add additional names and dates to an old limestone plaque dating from 1925 when this type of letter carving was more common.
Category: Inspiration
2020
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GreenFerry Trust and Memorial
Simon Burns-Cox has recently made a memorial for Mr David Hutcheson which is to be installed at The GreenFerry Trust Garden in South Queensferry near Edinburgh in August 2020.
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Recent Work by Simon Burns-Cox
During this strange time in the world of lockdown, I have had time to create some more work using different types of marble. I wanted to make small beautiful sculptures which would remind people of the beauty of life and to transport them away from the harsh world we live in at the moment.
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Drystone Walling
Drystone walls first appeared in North West Europe in the Neolithic age and the traditional building technique has been used ever since throughout the world. The walls can be made from slate, granite or other types of stone. Unlike brick walls, the drystone wall contains no mortar and earth is used to bind the stones together. This means that it is more durable and held together by the weight of the stone, and the skill of the builder who needs to select and fit the stones together.
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Gravestone Inscriptions
When you commission a gravestone, there are some important things you need to decide before the work commences. One of the most important decisions you will need to make is to think about the inscripton. This will need to be done before deciding on the design.
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History of Stone Carving
Stone carvings are the earliest known works of representational art carved into rock such as tuff or limestone. Rock engravings or Stone Age Art can be found in all parts of the prehistoric world such as Saharan Africa, South Africa, Scandinavia , Siberia and Australia.
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Stone Carving Tools and Alabaster and Marble For Sale
If you are looking for Stone Carving Tools or Alabaster or Marble to keep you occupied in these strange times, please contact Simon Burns-Cox who has these items for sale.
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Choosing the Right Words for a Headstone
Choosing the right words for a Headstone, Memorial or Gravestone is never easy as how do you sum up the life of someone in a few words. It is a good idea to wait for perhaps up to a year to discuss with family and friends what would be an appropriate epitaph for the deceased.
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Stone Relief Carving Course at Glasgow City Heritage Trust
This One Day Stone Relief Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox will be held at Glasgow City Heritage Trust at 54 Bell Street, Glasgow on Saturday 7th March 2020 from 10.00 to 16.00.The course is designed for those who would like to discover the art of stone carving and is suitable for all levels with a maximum of six participants in the class. The course price is £90 per head which includes the use of stone and tools plus lunch.
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Valentine’s Day Gift Voucher for Stone Carving Course
Are you looking for a unique gift for your loved one for Valentine’s day ? What about giving them a Valentine’s Day Gift Voucher for a shared experience together ? Simon Burns-Cox who is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver offers a range of courses in Sculpture, Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop throughout the year. There are group courses with a maximum of five participants or private tuition at flexible times.