I found gold right here, it is extremely difficult to find good information about stonework, but now y know what type of chisel do I need as a beginner. I'm looking forward to watch more video like this! Thanks so much for your information.
Thank you for taking the time to watch. And if you have any question regarding stone carving, feel free to send me an e-mail or a DM on Instagram with your question. I'll be happy to help if I can.
These videos are the best orientation for stone carving on the Internet. Clear, detailed, easy to understand instruction. And, how could you not like Mr. Jaber? I just wish there was more of a documented body of work by Mr. Jaber. I've been on his site and have viewed many videos but few examples of his finished executions are available. Especially large, complex carvings. I believe they would add more credibility for Mr. Jaber and inspiration for those watching the videos and who are considering signing up for private instruction. If Mr. Jaber would consider producing a compilation video of his most complex and detailed creations I'm certain it would be a joy for all.
A student on my Stone Carving Workshop sent me this link, and I think it's an excellent summary of tools. I think every professional stonecarver would suggest slight variations to your suggested capsule collection of tools - for example, I'd favour a dummy hammer + a medium vinyl mallet rather than a dummy hammer + and a pitching hammer, and I favour mallet headed claws, but nevertheless your video is really excellent. A very useful contribution to the field of stonecarving by hand.
I visited St Peter's in Rome and came away amazed as how magnifcent the floor was designed and constructed, so many geometric forms that dazzled my mind! I wish there was a video on how the floor of St Peter's was constructed!
Really well explained. I’m moving from wood carving to stone so this information helped a lot. I would recommend a lavalier clip-on wireless microphone to reduce the amount of echo ‘ reverb in your filming setting.
Thanks so much for the kind words and tip. I recently invested in a lavalier and hopefully it will make a worthy contribution in my future videos. Good luck with moving to stone carving and let me know if you need any suggestions.
I can't wait for my starters set from Trow and Holden to show up! Been waiting 5 weeks for it... So excited to start your course on Letter carving!! Thank-you so much for the amazing videos you put out!
Another great informative video. Nobody else produces and offers so much free advice and knowledge of stone carving .I have watched all the videos and have learnt so much . Thank you Athar .
I’m inspired to begin stone carving for my artistic expression. I’ve always been fascinated by rocks and stones. The labor involved is exactly what I’m looking for as well. When I’m fully ready, I think your course is going to be a perfect fit. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for watching. Great to hear that you are preparing to begin stone carving. Beware, it's addictive! And let me know if you need anything when starting out.
This was a very informative video. You explained all aspects on "how to start" and very detailed manner. I will surely look into your other videos. Thank You very much
You can find very cheap coarse grit files in builders supplies and crafts shops. Buy several and, as they're not hardened, bend them in the desired curve. May come in very handy
Thank you so much for teaching me. I’m happy that I have a good understanding of how I need to start. I hope for you to have an amazing future in your field 👌
Athar, Thanks so much for your very clear and thorough presentations. I wish I had seen the pneumatic hammer assembly tutorial before I tackled it on my own. I almost did everything right.
Just out of curiosity about how much does a pneumatic hammer that you can use for both blacksmithing and stone carving cost, i have a massive compressor, the thing is borderline industrial sized. I also am planning on forging bronze as well but that is something I probably have the strength to do by hand, my forge is probably over a century old, its coal fired with a hand cranked blower if that helps.
Good questions. For beginners, I recommend starting with limestones in the softer range, ideally with a hardness of 2 or 2.5 on the Mohs' scale. If the stone is too soft, the chisel will not have enough resistance to carve through, while if harder - like marble - it might be a bit frustrating to start with.
It depends on where you are living. Check out this link to find a list of stone carving tools suppliers around the globe: www.sculpturechannel.com/tools-suppliers/
How do I level one side of a stone? I get about using water to mark it, but how do I split it to get one side flat if there is no flat side? For example, I have a stone that is just eating through the angle grinder concrete diamond discs.
Trow and Holden is another great tools manufacturer in the US. For other stores check out this list I compiled of stone and stone carving tools around the globe: academy.atharjaber.com/tools-suppliers/ Keep in mind that good quality stone carving tools are generally expensive. There's no way around it.
Hello there! I've seen in a french video something called "Chemin de fer" to flatten stones and I can't find any information in english about that tool. If you google: 'Outil chemin de fer', you should be able to see it. But since I can't find its name in english, I can't order some.. I was wondering if anyone would know how they are called in english and where to find them in north america?
Is it possible to do large stone projects using only hand tools? I feel like power tools weren’t always around and I wonder how big stone projects got done by hand.
Athar, where do you buy you're marble, do you get discounts from the quarry since you're a professional artist? I can't find a wholesaler in Canada that will send me a block from Italy, do quarries sell direct to customer's I dunno but I wanna know lol, how much does marble cost in Italy?
I order the marble in Carrara myself, but I usually go there to choose the blocks. I can imagine that getting marble shipped from Italy to Canada is not easy. Vermont marble is also a very good quality. Wouldn't it be easier to get in touch with quarries in Vermont? Also, check out this page: www.sculpturechannel.com/tools-suppliers/ There's a reference to a stone tools supplier in Canada, they might be able to help you.
I found gold right here, it is extremely difficult to find good information about stonework, but now y know what type of chisel do I need as a beginner. I'm looking forward to watch more video like this! Thanks so much for your information.
Thank you for taking the time to watch. And if you have any question regarding stone carving, feel free to send me an e-mail or a DM on Instagram with your question. I'll be happy to help if I can.
What a great video! Clear and concise. Exactly what I needed as a total beginner. A big thank you from Canada
My pleasure and thanks for the feedback.
These videos are the best orientation for stone carving on the Internet. Clear, detailed, easy to understand instruction. And, how could you not like Mr. Jaber? I just wish there was more of a documented body of work by Mr. Jaber. I've been on his site and have viewed many videos but few examples of his finished executions are available. Especially large, complex carvings. I believe they would add more credibility for Mr. Jaber and inspiration for those watching the videos and who are considering signing up for private instruction. If Mr. Jaber would consider producing a compilation video of his most complex and detailed creations I'm certain it would be a joy for all.
The best stone carving videos shared with surety and strength. Thank you for your efforts!
Finally the information I need to begin stone carving! I couldn't find anything worthwhile on the web, until I stumbled on your channel
I'm glad to hear the videos are helpful!
Thank you so much for this video! I needed it so badly
Glad it was helpful.
A student on my Stone Carving Workshop sent me this link, and I think it's an excellent summary of tools. I think every professional stonecarver would suggest slight variations to your suggested capsule collection of tools - for example, I'd favour a dummy hammer + a medium vinyl mallet rather than a dummy hammer + and a pitching hammer, and I favour mallet headed claws, but nevertheless your video is really excellent. A very useful contribution to the field of stonecarving by hand.
Excellent explanation, very competent and intelligible.
Great overview. Thanks for sharing.
I visited St Peter's in Rome and came away amazed as how magnifcent the floor was designed and constructed, so many geometric forms that dazzled my mind! I wish there was a video on how the floor of St Peter's was constructed!
Really well explained. I’m moving from wood carving to stone so this information helped a lot. I would recommend a lavalier clip-on wireless microphone to reduce the amount of echo ‘ reverb in your filming setting.
Thanks so much for the kind words and tip. I recently invested in a lavalier and hopefully it will make a worthy contribution in my future videos. Good luck with moving to stone carving and let me know if you need any suggestions.
Very useful videos stone carving and masonry work is something amazing in my county is not disappearing but there are less and less people doing it !
We need to preserve this beautiful craft and its tradition.
Thank you for explaining so well all this subject.
My pleasure and thanks for watching!
I can't wait for my starters set from Trow and Holden to show up! Been waiting 5 weeks for it... So excited to start your course on Letter carving!!
Thank-you so much for the amazing videos you put out!
Thank you for watching them! 5 weeks is a long time, I hope the chisels arrive soon so that you can finally start carving!
Another great informative video.
Nobody else produces and offers so much free advice and knowledge of stone carving .I have watched all the videos and have learnt so much .
Thank you Athar .
I appreciate your kind words and also the time you take to watch the videos. Thanks for your support Paul.
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Thank you, really great videos.
Really enjoyed the description of bushing chisels and the view of the texture they create.
I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for taking the time to watch!
Excellent video, thank you! 👍👍👍
Turns out my pretty small town - which has an art academy, which is a surprise in itself - has a sculpting course!
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Good overview of the tools needed. Thank you.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
This needs more likes
Thank you
This is a very good and clear video, very informative. Thank you kindly 👍
Thank you, I'm glad it's helpful.
love love love your videos they are very well done
Thanks a lot! Also for taking the time to watch them! 🙏
I’m inspired to begin stone carving for my artistic expression. I’ve always been fascinated by rocks and stones. The labor involved is exactly what I’m looking for as well. When I’m fully ready, I think your course is going to be a perfect fit. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for watching. Great to hear that you are preparing to begin stone carving. Beware, it's addictive! And let me know if you need anything when starting out.
Great video!
FAN tastic!!! One more great vídeo !!!!!
Thanks Frederico! 🙌
This was a very informative video. You explained all aspects on "how to start" and very detailed manner. I will surely look into your other videos. Thank You very much
Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful
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You can find very cheap coarse grit files in builders supplies and crafts shops. Buy several and, as they're not hardened, bend them in the desired curve. May come in very handy
Thank you so much for teaching me. I’m happy that I have a good understanding of how I need to start. I hope for you to have an amazing future in your field 👌
Thank you so much. I am happy to hear the video was useful.
Wow, excellent videos, for real your are a craftsman! Thank you for the videos and your time and dedication to teach your craft to us!
It's my pleasure. Thank for taking the time to watch!
Athar,
Thanks so much for your very clear and thorough presentations. I wish I had seen the pneumatic hammer assembly tutorial before I tackled it on my own. I almost did everything right.
Thanks! pneumatic hammers are relatively simple tools as they don't have complex mechanics or electronics. I hope you were able to fix the problem!
Perfect video
Thanks!
Perfect video thank you
My pleasure!
Good teacher.Thank you!!
Thanks for watching!
Just out of curiosity about how much does a pneumatic hammer that you can use for both blacksmithing and stone carving cost, i have a massive compressor, the thing is borderline industrial sized. I also am planning on forging bronze as well but that is something I probably have the strength to do by hand, my forge is probably over a century old, its coal fired with a hand cranked blower if that helps.
This is very informative.
I am a begginer and this video is very helpful for me....
Thanks you sir...
Thank you for watching. I am happy the videos are helpful.
That is great, but could you recommend a suitable stone for us rookies
Good questions. For beginners, I recommend starting with limestones in the softer range, ideally with a hardness of 2 or 2.5 on the Mohs' scale. If the stone is too soft, the chisel will not have enough resistance to carve through, while if harder - like marble - it might be a bit frustrating to start with.
Love the video. Where can i find the links that you mentioned?
It depends on where you are living. Check out this link to find a list of stone carving tools suppliers around the globe: www.sculpturechannel.com/tools-suppliers/
I really considering to do this :)
Thank you
You should!
How do you keep pneumatic hammers running smoothly other than lubricants? Are there internal parts that can be replaced?
¡Gracias!
Wow, thank you so much! I immensely appreciate your support.
Super ! vidéo. Merci
Merci!
Can you post a link to the really aggressive copper colored disc you showed?
How do I level one side of a stone? I get about using water to mark it, but how do I split it to get one side flat if there is no flat side? For example, I have a stone that is just eating through the angle grinder concrete diamond discs.
Concrete discs are different from stone discs. Get a diamond disc specially made for stone. What stone are you using?
Thank you
Is it the same tools for carving quartz crystal rock
Dremel stylo+ can for carving stone ? Thanks
For small details, yes
Is it best to get a tool box or what for your sculpting tools?
Good information bro 👍
Thanks!
Your welcome
Hello. Can you sharpen Masonary chisels on Diamond plates, the same you would for hardened steel wood chisels?
Many thanks.
I never tried but technically it should work just as fine
@@AtharJaber Thanks! Great channel by the way!
@@JimBob-lz1gy Thank you Jim.
Awesome video but where do you find materials and tools if you are in America. The complete Sculptor is ok but kind of expensive and limited.
Trow and Holden is another great tools manufacturer in the US. For other stores check out this list I compiled of stone and stone carving tools around the globe: academy.atharjaber.com/tools-suppliers/
Keep in mind that good quality stone carving tools are generally expensive. There's no way around it.
@AtharJaber thanks. I'm new to sculpting, but I am addicted.
@@JoNDOE66613 it's indeed addictive. Welcome to the club.
Is there one centralized outlet for purchase of said carving tools?
Yes, check out this page with a list of many stone and stone carving tools suppliers around the globe: academy.atharjaber.com/resources/
@@AtharJaber Thank you, sir.
Hello there!
I've seen in a french video something called "Chemin de fer" to flatten stones and I can't find any information in english about that tool.
If you google: 'Outil chemin de fer', you should be able to see it.
But since I can't find its name in english, I can't order some.. I was wondering if anyone would know how they are called in english and where to find them in north america?
It's called a cockscomb, cock's comb or a stone mason's (french) drag.
Athar please let me know where I can order my beginner, letter stone carving set.
Is it possible to do large stone projects using only hand tools? I feel like power tools weren’t always around and I wonder how big stone projects got done by hand.
As big as you want. Look at ancient sculptures
@@AtharJaber hmmm, awesome. Thats the sort of thing ide eventually be interested in working my way up too for sure. Great videos. Thanx
If I use a carbide chisel on marble, will that work or is the chisel too hard?
Carbide is perfect
Great information. Could use better sound. distracts from your very useful information.
Where do you get your clothing?
I’m trying to find some good quality stone carving tools for granite. Do you have any recommendations or a preferred brand of tools?
I don’t have much experience with granite but you definitely need carbide tipped chisels. Where are you based? I can recommend you some stores.
@@AtharJaber i am from egypt. And i really need your recommendation to get these tools , especially for letter carving
@@ayamagdy8535 send me an e-mail and I will send you a list of tools.
Athar, where do you buy you're marble, do you get discounts from the quarry since you're a professional artist? I can't find a wholesaler in Canada that will send me a block from Italy, do quarries sell direct to customer's I dunno but I wanna know lol, how much does marble cost in Italy?
I order the marble in Carrara myself, but I usually go there to choose the blocks. I can imagine that getting marble shipped from Italy to Canada is not easy. Vermont marble is also a very good quality. Wouldn't it be easier to get in touch with quarries in Vermont? Also, check out this page: www.sculpturechannel.com/tools-suppliers/
There's a reference to a stone tools supplier in Canada, they might be able to help you.
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Where do you buy chisels?
It depends on where you live. Check out this page: www.sculpturechannel.com/tools-suppliers/
Thank you!
Thank you