Things to do on waiheke island

Stone Carving Workshop

with respected NZ sculptor, John Freeman

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enjoy working with a Renowned NZ Sculptor, either by yourself, with family, friends or colleagues. create a tangible memory of ‘your time on Waiheke Island’.

Stone Carving Workshop Overview

Come and have fun & get creative with a sculpting session using Oamaru Stone
No experience necessary – fully guided by experienced sculptor.
Use your own design or be guided by John, a highly skilled sculpture artist.
Great for couples, small groups and families (kids 10 years old plus).
Take with you afterwards, or we can post it home for you (additional cost).

Workshop Details:

Session time: 3 hours normally.
Minimum 2 people – maximum 6 (larger groups by appointment – please get in touch).
Limited spaces. Book online for a morning or afternoon session.
Cost per person: NZ$220 each (up to 2 persons); $200 each (up to 4) and $180 each (for up to 6 people) – includes materials.

Stone Carving Workshop Gallery

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Oamaru Stone

A natural material of New Zealand around 40 million years old!!!

Oamaru Stone is beautiful natural white sandstone, quarried from the East Coast of the South Island, near Oamaru.

The stone has formed from sand rolling around in the surf, and settling on the sea floor. Once gravity took hold and the sea-shore retrenched, this very ancient sandstone was exposed lining the coast.

Oamaru Stone is a very soft material to work with compared to wood. John enjoys it as a faster and different creative experience than sculpting wood.

Also, unlike the Kauri, stone carvings can be displayed outside amongst the elements. This offers John the opportunity to design and carve Garden Sculpture and teach individuals and groups in his Stone Carving Workshops.

View John’s current Oamaru Stone Sculptures available to purchase.