What is a monumental stonemason? Although monumental stonemasons do frequently complete larger works such as artworks, sculptures and restoration of culturally important structures, most of their work is focused on monuments.
Monumental masons have close relationships with cemeteries and crematoriums as they work to create beautifully finished memorials.
A day in the life of a Brisbane monumental stonemason may involve working in the factory to cut, polish, and shape raw materials and precision work engraving inscriptions (such as raised natural inscriptions). They may also be required onsite at cemeteries and venues where they facilitate the installation of finished works and maintenance and restoration of existing works.
Much of a monumental stonemason’s work involves using time-honoured techniques that haven’t changed for hundreds, sometimes thousands of years. Today, they are assisted by machinery such as cranes to lift heavy pieces (like this Celtic Cross) into place and electric grinders and saws in the factory.
Monumental stonemasons are entrusted with creating pieces that will stand the test of time for families to remember loved ones for many generations to come. A skilled monumental stonemason can assist you in planning the perfect memorial that is not only personalised and appropriate but an outstanding and meticulously finished piece of art too.
Several different techniques are utilised for engraving inscriptions, creating plaques, and finalising the details for vaults, double monument graves, single monument graves, and chapels. It is only with many years of experience that a skilled stonemason can advise on the best techniques to use appropriate to the material choice (such as granite, marble, or sandstone).