• Call for Artists

    Artists whose intent is to promote sculptural artists and art forms, share knowledge and ideas, and create a cohesive community amongst sculptors. Read More
  • Grindopedia

    It all started with a post requesting rational power tool information in one place, then a name "grindopedia", and then substantial follow-up from a vibrant community with a good spirit. From "grindopedia" you can find out about: Blades and Diamonds, Glazed Diamonds, Grinders, Polishing, Air Hammers, Sanding Mandrels, Safety Check List... Read More
  • About Sculpture Northwest

    Sculpture NorthWest Quarterly is the journal/newsletter of the Northwest Stone Sculptors Association, and is co-edited by Penelope Crittenden and Lane Tompkins. Its purpose is to provide a published showcase for the art of stone sculpting. Read More

Northwest Stone Sculptors Association

Camp B Symposium July 13-20, 2013

This July, "Camp B" celebrates its 26th anniversary offering our members an early-bird registration rate of $100.00 off for campers and lodgers [CLICK HERE TO REGISTER]

  • Acclaimed contemporary jade and granite sculptor Deborah Wilson will demonstrate Small Scale Jade Carving
  • "Sculpting in Granite" with German Sculptor Norbert Jaeger
  • "Figurative Sculpture" with Claire McArdle
  • Learn "Design Basics" with Meredith Earls
  • Pinning and Sleeving (mounting sculptures) with Arliss Newcomb
  • Beginners Carving Tent: hands on, one-on-one instruction with Tamara Buchanan and Ruth Meuseler


Field instructors, Tracy Powell, Tom Small, Gerda Lattey, and more.. for tool knowledge, general help, mentoring, inspriration, ideas and process.

To find out more and register:[CLICK HERE ]

Sculpture NorthWest Fall 2012 (fp)


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  • President's Message
  • Artist Spotlight: Anthony Kaufmann
  • Camp B 2012 by Tracy Powell
  • Camp B 2012 by Leon White
  • Found on Facebook: Frederic Chevarin
  • Trivia Q&A: Name the Woman Sculptor

 

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About NWSSA

Our mission is to feathers and wedges nurture the community of stone sculptors by developing educational opportunities, providing a support system to members, and facilitating interaction with regional, national, and international communities.To learn about becoming a member of Northwest Stone Sculptors Association (NWSSA) click here (or click on "Create an Account" to the right of your screen).

NWSSA is an association of stone sculptors that was founded in l984 by Meg Pettibone in Seattle. Our first symposium was in l986 in the Methow Valley east of the Cascade mountains in Washington state. We have since grown to include stone sculptors and associates throughout the western US, Canada, and other parts of the world. We are a federal tax exempt status 501c nonprofit membership organization.

Sculpture Northwest

  • Summer 2012
  • Spring 2012
  • Fall 2011
  • Summer 2011
  • Spring 2011
  • Winter 2011

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Summer 

 

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Spring 2012 Sculpture NorthWest Inside:

  • President's Message
  • Artist Spotlight on: MJ Anderson, George Pratt and Deborah Wilson
  • John Fisher carves 10 tons in Moorpark
  • Found on Facebook: Florence Jarrige from France
  • Sculpture Walk at the HCP on Vancouver Island
  • NWSSA at the NW Flower and Garden Show By Leon White
  • Report from the Holiday Party at Ken and Adele's Studio
  • Click Here for Sculpture Northwest Spring 2012.

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    2011-2q

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    cover-2011-q1 Inside:

    • Diamond Saw Water Conversion
    • Randy's Basement Stone Yard
    • Caveat Venditor
    • Terry's Tips

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