WELLINGTON, NZ
CARVING WITH OAMARU STONE
CARVING WITH OAMARU STONE
The stone we use is Oamaru stone — also commonly known as Limestone. We use this particular stone because it can be readily shaped, Oamaru stone is a favourite material for stone carvers and sculptors in New Zealand.
The stone we use is Oamaru stone — also commonly known as Limestone. We use this particular stone because it can be readily shaped, Oamaru stone is a favourite material for stone carvers and sculptors in New Zealand.
Choose and browse a gallery
Sculptures Gallery
Our commissions vary in size and complexity.
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I love creating sculptures that reflect a special occasion, represent family and perhaps tells a story.
Brett Keno
Memorial and Headstone Gallery
We often get a phone call or email from someone burdened with the task of researching who, and what’s available for a beloved family member. Below are the past work we have done for those family members.
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A sculpture should be something that evokes a feeling, a thought or a memory when you look at it.
Brett Keno
Doodles, sketches and concepts
Doodles, sketches, concepts or whatever you'd like to call them, Brett has amassed a few sketches. Some have already been created into sculptures, whereas others are still to be made. Contact us if you would like to commission a unique piece of sculpture.
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Brett's thoughts
on his sculptures
I love gaps which light appears at certain times of the day casting an orange hue.
Creating in action
The process of making a sculpture starts from the conceptual idea through to many hours of carvng and fine tuning.
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