Invitation to Participants

Present your skills and knowledge in a sporting field.

Meet stone mates from all over Europe and make friends.

Bring your own tools - and an idea, of course...

Are you an apprentice, a qualified stonemason, a stone carver or a master mason?

Are you an apprentice, a qualified stonemason, a stone carver, a master mason or a sculptor? Take advantage of the European stone Festival to enjoy the inspiring atmosphere, meet colleagues and present yourself and your skills to a wide audience.

The European Stone Festival 2012 in Trondheim is a great opportunity for you!

Date:
29 June - 01 July 2012

Location:
Norway - Trondheim - Archbishop's Palace

Participating countries:
Worldwide

Participants:
Apprentices, qualified stonemasons, stone carvers, master masons and sculptors.

Task:
We will in due time provide a theme you should use as inspiration for your work during the festival.
We will provide soapstone in different variations and dimensions. Most of the stones measure 20cm x 20cm x 30cm.

Don't forget to bring your own tools!

Fee:
€ 35,00 entry fee for apprentices
€ 50,00 entry fee for qualified masons/stone carvers and master masons
Accommodation 29. June to 01. July.
(If you plan to arrive a day early, stay longer or want to stay at a hotel, please contact us for recommendations.)
Dinner Friday and Saturday
Breakfast Saturday and Sunday.
Participants will be able to stay in a nearby school with shower and toilet facilities.
Please bring a sleeping bag and groundsheet.
(We can also offer some places for tents near the festival area, if someone prefer that instead of staying in a school. Of course with toilets/showers available.)

Closing date for registration:
01 May 2012
Your registration is final once you have acknowledged your registration details.

Supporting programme:
The Festival is popular for visitors, offering a varied Supporting programme. It also offers the rare opportunity to gain an insight into the profession of the stonemasons and stone carvers.
See the festival programme page for regular updates.

Contact:
organising committee
c/o Øystein Aarlott Digre
phone: +47 928 60 317
e-mail: contact@stonefestival.no

Are you interested? Then apply online now!
Alternatively you may download the application form (PDF) to your computer and return it by regular mail to:
Stenhuggerfestival NDR, Bispegaten 11, 7012 Trondheim, Norway .