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simon burns-cox

I am a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver working in Stone and Marble based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland and work throughout the UK and overseas.

Gravestones, Memorials & Headstones

I make bespoke hand-carved Gravestones, Memorials and Headstones in stone and marble. As the work is done by hand, the client can choose what they require, and I offer both traditional and contemporary designs. The whole process is hand crafted from the design and drawings through to the letter carving, reliefs, and finish.

Stone Letter Carving for Home & Business

I offer all types of stone and letter carving for home and business such as house names, sundials, and pet memorials.

I create bespoke contemporary hand carved interior and exterior garden sculptures in stone and marble for all types of home, garden, and urban space.

I teach sculpture, stone carving, stone letter carving and relief carving to individuals and small groups of two people at all levels. All courses are run by me and held at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. Dates are flexible and agreed with the workshop. Teaching does not take place on Sunday or Monday. Gift vouchers are available for the courses. Please sign up to my newsletter to receive the latest information and updates.

HALF DAY STONE LETTER CARVING COURSE
One Day Stone Letter Carving or Relief Course Two Day Stone Letter Carving Course Two Day Marble Carving Course

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Stone Carving Tools

I supply stone, marble and letter carving tools and equipment from Italy and the UK at competitive prices.

Stone Carving Tools

I supply stone, marble and letter carving tools and equipment from Italy and the UK at competitive prices.

GIFT VOUCHERS

Gift vouchers are available and are valid for 12 months. If you would like to purchase a Gift Voucher for an Interior or Exterior Marble Sculpture, Stone Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox, and/or Stone Carving Tools, please fill in the form below and I will contact you shortly.

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Gift Vouchers for 2025

Why not give a unique and original gift this Christmas ?

Simon Burns-Cox offers gift vouchers valid for 12 months for Stone Letter Carving and Relief Courses for individuals and groups of two

Yacht by Simon Burns-Cox

Medium: White Carrara Marble and an Alabaster and Black Belgium Marble Base

Dimensions: 37 x 24 x 7 and base of 25 x 20 x 1cm and 10kg

Date: 2024

Description: Yacht by Simon Burns-Cox interior sculpture made from marble

For Sale

Why are bespoke Headstones special ?

Why are bespoke Headstonse special? Our headstones are special because they are handcarved and unique. Each headstone we make is bespoke and therefore different from any other memorial.

Bath Society of Artists 119th Annual Open Exhibition from 13 October 2024 to 11 January 2025

Commissioning a Headstone

Before commissioning a headstone, you need to think carefully about what you would like as there is no rush.

Handcarved or Machine Cut Headstones

Why choose a handcarved bespoke headstone instead of a machine cut one ?

Handcarved Bespoke Gravestones, Memorials & Headstones

How to Commission Handcarved Bespoke Memorials & Headstones ?

Half Day Stone Letter Carving Course

I have now introduced a Half Day Stone Letter Carving Course from 09.30 to 13.00 as a Taster Session to introduce people to this ancient skill.

The Torrance Gallery, Dundas Street, Edinburgh

I have two marble sculptures on display at The Torrance Gallery, Dundas Street, Edinburgh.

Italian Stone Carving Tools For Sale

Are you looking for Italian Stone Carving Tools at competitive prices ? If so, I offer a range of tools for stone carving, letter carving, relief carving and sculpture in stone and marble.

Gravestones, Memorials & Headstones Inscriptions

Advice for Headstone Inscriptions

When you decide to commission a handcarved bespoke memorial or headstone, you will need to consider the following things:

Stone Carving Courses for Valentines Day

Why not give your loved one a Stone Carving Course for Valentines day which you can do together?

Lyon and Turnbull Contemporary Art Auction

Lyon and Turnbull Contemporary Art Auction 10th January 2024

Simon Burns-Cox is selling a modern contemporary sculpture called Midnight which is made from Black Welsh Slate. Lot 207 at £400 - £600

Gift Vouchers for Stone Carving Courses and Tools

Thinking of a gift for Christmas? Why not give a gift voucher for a stone carving course with Simon Burns-Cox. He offers a variety of courses such as letter carving, relief carving or sculpture.

Memorials & Headstones with Reliefs

It is important to take your time when deciding on the design of a hand carved memorial headstone.

Lyon and Turnbull Edinburgh Auction Wednesday 9th August 2023

Commissioning a Memorial

If you commission a memorial or headstone with me, there are various procedures that need to be done before work can begin. It is important to think about what you would like to create for the deceased so that it reflects their life in the way that you wish to remember them.

Lyon and Turnbull Edinburgh Auction April 2023

Simon Burns-Cox will be selling some of his work in the Lyon and Turnbull Edinburgh Auction on the 4th April 2023.

The Society of Designer Craftsmen London

I am very glad to announce that I have now become a Full Member of The Society of Designer Craftsmen and can now use the letters MSDC after my name !

Types of Stone for Memorials & Headstones

There are a few things that you should think about before choosing the type of stone that you would like for a memorial.

Headstone Installation Methods

There are two main types of headstone installation methods used by Stone Masons and which are recognised by NAMM ( The Assocation of Memorial Masons) under the Health and Saftey regulation BS8415. These are the Monolith Method or the Dowel or Ground Anchor Fixing Method.

Lyon and Turnbull Contemporary and Post War Art Auction 2023

Simon Burns-Cox will be selling some of his work through the Lyon and Turnbull Contemporary and Post War Art Auction 2023. Please view his work on the link at the bottom of the page.

Looking for a Gift ?

Are you looking for a gift for Christmas? Why not give this beautiful marble sculpture of Scottish flowers made by Simon Burns-Cox ? This work is made from White Italian Carrara and Black and Green Scottish Marble from The Isle of Skye, Scotland with dimensions of 35 x 24 x 17cm.

Gift Vouchers for Stone Carving Courses

Gift Vouchers for Sculpture, Stone Letter Carving and Relief Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox are available for Christmas. The courses are independently run by me and held at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop which is an international centre for sculptors based in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Welcome to my new website

I am a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver working in stone and marble based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland and work throughout the UK and overseas.

Two Day Marble Carving Course

The two day marble carving course with Simon Burns-Cox is designed for those who would like to learn the techniques for carving marble. You do not need experience and the course is open to beginners and those with more experience. The course is from 9.30am to 4.30pm and run independently at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland. Dates are flexible and are mutually agreed with the workshop. The course is small with up to two people or for small private groups. Individual tuition is also available.

Marie Curie Edinburgh Brain Game 2022

I was recently asked to make a trophy for the Marie Curie Brain Game Dinner in Edinburgh on Thursday 9th June 2022. It is made from black slate with a white marble base measuring 30 x 21 x 12cm.

Private Tuition in Stone Letter Carving and Relief

I offer Private Tuition in Stone Letter Carving and Relief to individuals or small private groups of up to three people at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. Tuition is arranged on mutually convenient dates throughout the year. Tuition takes place outside but under cover and there is a cafe on site for breaks and lunch.

Memorial Plaque

I have recently made this memorial plaque which will be fixed onto the wall of the cemetery to commemorate the deceased. A plaque is usually made when the person has been cremated and not buried. This plaque is made from green slate from The Lake District in the UK measuring 50 x 50 x 3cm with a handcarved relief.

Garden Wall Plaque

This is a Garden Wall Plaque which I made recently for a 30th Wedding Anniversary gift. It is made from Portland Stone with dimensions of 23 x 23 x 4cms and includes the date of the marriage and a flower relief. Garden Wall Plaques are a good way of celebrating an anniversary or special event.

Memorials & Headstones

I make bespoke hand-carved Memorials and Headstones in stone and marble. As the work is done by hand, the client can choose what they require, and I offer both traditional and contemporary designs. The whole process is done by hand from the design and drawings through to the letter carving, reliefs, and finish.

Happy Christmas and New Year 2022

Wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a good New Year. Gift vouchers are still available for stone carving courses with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop for 2022. Individual tuition or small groups of two or three people at flexible times throughout the year. Courses in sculpture, stone carving, stone letter carving and relief carving are available. Course prices include the stone and the use of tools. For further information please visit the website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/

Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame Awards 2021

Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame Awards 2021 made by Simon Burns-Cox and Stephen Murray at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. The award is made from bronze with a black slate base and handcarved lettering.

Stone Carving Course Gift Vouchers

Why not give a stone carving course gift voucher for Christmas ? Gift Vouchers are available for courses in Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief Carving with Simon Burns-Cox.

Additional Words for a Headstone

If a headstone is already in place, it is often possible to add the names of additional family members. However, this does depend on whether there is enough room to add the name of the recently deceased with the dates of their birth and death.

Finding the Right Words for a Headstone

Finding the right words for a headstone often seems like an impossible task when you have just lost the person you love. How do you capture the character and soul of the person you knew in a few words ?

Garden Sculpture and The Chelsea Flower Show 2021

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021 opens this week in London, and for the first time it is being held in September rather than in May. This is a good opportunity to think about re-designing your garden and maybe include a garden sculpture.

Pet Memorials

If you have just lost your best friend and faithful companion, and would like to commemorate the passing of your pet with a memorial, please contact me. I am a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based in Edinburgh, Scotland and make a wide range of pet memorials, plaques and sculptures which include the following:

Lyon and Turnbull Edinburgh Auction

Some of my work will be auctioned through Lyon and Turnbull Edinburgh on Wednesday 11th August 2021 including the marble sculpture 'France 1914' which was exhibited at The Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow.

Inscriptions in Arcadia

I have just completed some stone letter carving work for Audrey Grant, the artist, who has been working on her project 'Inscriptions in Arcadia' at Bothkennar Pools, near Skinflats for the Forth Valley Art Beat Project. This opens from the 3rd July to 31st August 2021. I was asked to carve the words 'Et in Arcadia ego' onto a stone wall at Barony Pit steam engine platform.

Kintsugi

I have recently been making a water basin for a Japanese garden and came across the Japanese technique of Kintsugi which is used in ceramics. Today, artists often experiment with this ancient technique as a way of illustrating loss and destruction followed by repair or rebirth.

Sculpture in a Japanese Garden

I have recently been asked to make a water basin and some stone sculptures for a Japanese garden in the UK.

Choosing Stone for a Memorial

When choosing a headstone, you will need to think about what type of stone should be used so the following things should be considered:

How much does a Memorial cost ?

All the headstones, gravestones, and memorials that I make are unique bespoke and handcarved individual pieces of work. When a client asks me how much it will cost, this will depend on the following factors: On average a small single plaque or headstone will start from about £1500 upwards depending on requirements. Installation and cemetery costs are at an additional cost. Consultations and designs can be done online.

History of Stone Carving Tools

The hammer, chisel, mallet and axe are used for hitting stone, and known as percussion tools. They were the earliest stone carving implements used in many countries around the world and they are still used today.

Italian Stone Carving Tools and Materials for Sale

Looking for something to do in this lockdown ? Why not try Stone Carving ? Simon Burns-Cox supplies a wide range of Italian Stone Carving and Letter Carving tools at competitive prices and also has a selection of stone, marble and alabaster from Italy and the UK for sale.

Gift Vouchers for Stone Carving Tools

Simon Burns-Cox is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop in Scotland. He supplies Stone, Marble and Stone and Marble Carving and Letter Carving Tools and equipment from Italy and the UK at competitive prices which include the following:

Gift Vouchers for Stone Carving Courses

Are you finding it difficult this year to think of a Christmas gift ? Why not give a gift voucher for a Stone Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop? Simon offers Sculpture, Stone Letter Carving and Stone Relief Carving courses to individuals and small groups. Gift vouchers are available and valid for 12 months at https://www.simonburnscox.co.uk/order-your-gift-voucher/

Scottish Rugby and The Doddie Weir Award

Simon Burns-Cox and Steven Murray who are based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop have recently completed a commission for Scottish Rugby. They were asked to make this year's Hall of Fame Award 2020 for Mr Doddie Weir. The bronze sculpture of a rugby cap is replicated each year with the recipient's name carved into the slate base. The award ceremony has not yet taken place. For further information, please visit Simon Burns-Cox's website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/

Carrara Marble

When people ask me to recommend what type of marble they should use for carving, I usually suggest using the 'old' type of Italian Carrara marble as its much easier to carve. This type of marble has been used for centuries by all the great sculptors of the world who often went to the mines in Carrara to select their stone and they still do today.

High Raised Stone Letter Carving

I have just finished a gravestone plaque in The Dean Cemetery in Edinburgh where I was required to use high raised stone letter carving. I was asked to add additional names and dates to an old limestone plaque dating from 1925 when this type of letter carving was more common.

GreenFerry Trust and Memorial

Simon Burns-Cox has recently made a memorial for Mr David Hutcheson which is to be installed at The GreenFerry Trust Garden in South Queensferry near Edinburgh in August 2020.

Recent Work by Simon Burns-Cox

During this strange time in the world of lockdown, I have had time to create some more work using different types of marble. I wanted to make small beautiful sculptures which would remind people of the beauty of life and to transport them away from the harsh world we live in at the moment.

Gravestone Inscriptions

When you commission a gravestone, there are some important things you need to decide before the work commences. One of the most important decisions you will need to make is to think about the inscripton. This will need to be done before deciding on the design.

The Cotswold Sculpture Park

Simon Burns-Cox who is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based in Edinburgh, Scotland is now advertising his work through the new website of The Cotswold Sculpture Park in Gloucestershire. His work can be found at the following links:

History of Stone Carving

Stone carvings are the earliest known works of representational art carved into rock such as tuff or limestone. Rock engravings or Stone Age Art can be found in all parts of the prehistoric world such as Saharan Africa, South Africa, Scandinavia , Siberia and Australia.

Stone Carving Tools and Alabaster and Marble For Sale

If you are looking for Stone Carving Tools or Alabaster or Marble to keep you occupied in these strange times, please contact Simon Burns-Cox who has these items for sale.

COVID-19

Currently Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is open but increasingly scaling back activity in line with any current government guidance.Following the information within the Government’s Press Briefing on the evening of 16/03/2020 which stated that we should all avoid non-essential contact, our courses and schools visits will no longer be going ahead. We will contact all the participants directly.

Choosing the Right Words for a Headstone

Choosing the right words for a Headstone, Memorial or Gravestone is never easy as how do you sum up the life of someone in a few words. It is a good idea to wait for perhaps up to a year to discuss with family and friends what would be an appropriate epitaph for the deceased.

Stone Relief Carving Course at Glasgow City Heritage Trust

This One Day Stone Relief Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox will be held at Glasgow City Heritage Trust at 54 Bell Street, Glasgow on Saturday 7th March 2020 from 10.00 to 16.00.The course is designed for those who would like to discover the art of stone carving and is suitable for all levels with a maximum of six participants in the class. The course price is £90 per head which includes the use of stone and tools plus lunch.

Valentine’s Day Gift Voucher for Stone Carving Course

Are you looking for a unique gift for your loved one for Valentine's day ? What about giving them a Valentine's Day Gift Voucher for a shared experience together ? Simon Burns-Cox who is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver offers a range of courses in Sculpture, Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop throughout the year. There are group courses with a maximum of five participants or private tuition at flexible times.

Garden Sculpture as a Gift

Are you looking for a beautiful and unusual gift for your loved one this Christmas ? Why not give them a luxury handmade Marble Exterior Sculpture for the garden or any outdoor space however small? Simon Burns-Cox is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based in Edinburgh, Scotland, and creates beautiful exterior Marble Sculptures which are ideal for any garden or urban space.

Stone Carving Courses 2020 with Simon Burns-Cox

There are a variety of Stone Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox held at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop throughout the year. There are group courses with a maximum of five participants and individual tuition in sculpture, stone carving, letter carving and relief carving at flexible times.

Showdown at Sundown at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop

Visit Simon Burns-Cox in his studio at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop which will be open on Saturday 30th November 2019 from 3.00 to 5.30pm. Simon Burns-Cox is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver and his work can be viewed at his website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/

Workshops Week and Launch of Scotland’s Workshop Website

Visit Simon Burns-Cox in his studio at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop during Workshop Week from the 16th to 23rd November 2019. Simon Burns-Cox is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver and his work can be viewed at his website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/

Christmas Gift Vouchers for Stone Carving Courses 2020

Finding it difficult to think of an original gift for your loved this Christmas ? Why not give a unique gift voucher for a Sculpture, Stone Carving, Letter Carving or Relief Course with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop ? Learn a new skill and an ancient craft in the new year. You can either join a group course which is held regularly throughout the year or a personalised individual course at a flexible time. Christmas Gift Vouchers are available now and valid for 12 months.

Gravestones Edinburgh

Walking through The Dean Cemetery near The Modern Art and Dean Galleries in Edinburgh, you will find a wide range of different gravestones, headstones and memorials. Some are very old and can hardly be read due to the weather which has wiped the lettering away from the stone. There are range of designs which are made from a variety of stones. I have always had an interest in gravestones and cemetries because of their history but I am also a Sculptor and Letter Carver. I make handcarved bespoke gravestones, headstones and memorials in stone and marble and I am based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland. I work throughout the UK and overseas and my work can be viewed at my website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/ and can be contacted at [email protected].

Two Day Stone Letter Carving and Relief Course January 2020

The next Two Day Stone Letter Carving and Relief Course with Simon Burns-Cox will take place on Saturday 18th and 25th January 2020 from 9.30 to 17.00 at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. The course price is £165 with the use of stone and tools included. There is a maximum of five participants and open to all levels.

Doors Open Day at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop

Simon Burns-Cox, Sculptor and Letter Carver, based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop will open his studio to the public on Saturday 28th September 2019 from 12.00 to 16.00. Simon makes interior and exterior sculptures for home and gardens, and offers all types of lettering in stone and marble. He makes Headstones, Gravestones and Memorials and teaches Sculpture, Stone Carving, Stone Letter Carving and Relief Carving to groups and individuals throughout the year. His work can be viewed at his website at http://simonburnscox.co.uk/ and he can be contacted at [email protected] if you would like to discuss your requirements further.

Two Day Stone Carving and Relief Course Glasgow

This Two Day stone carving course, offered over two consecutive Saturdays, will take participants in-depth into the techniques of cutting and carving relief into limestone. Working from basic techniques through to the completion of your own piece, you will use the tools of the trade to cut lines, letters, curves, and forms.

Original Memorials

Today, more people are chosing to be cremated rather than buried. Six in ten people (58% of the population) opt for cremation which means that you will be limited in the choice of memorials you can choose for your loved one.

Glasgow City Heritage Trust Weekend Workshop: Stone Carving

Saturday 2nd & 9th November 2019 | 10am-4pm | 54 Bell Street, Glasgow This 2-day stone carving course, offered over two consecutive Saturdays, will take participants in-depth into the techniques of cutting and carving relief into limestone. Working from basic techniques through to the completion of your own piece, you will use the tools of the trade to cut lines, letters, curves, and forms.

Learn a New Craft

Why not learn a new skill and an ancient craft? The next Sculpture, Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief Courses for groups and individuals start again in September 2019 with Simon Burns-Cox and continue throughout the year at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop.

Memorial to my Father

Recently, I have found myself making my own father's memorial which has been a poignant and an emotional experience. My father, Dr Christopher Burns-Cox, died on the 29th June 2018 after a short illness. He is now buried under a simple oak tree near Bristol.

New Stone Carving Courses September 2019

Why not learn a new skill and an ancient craft? The next group Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief Courses with Simon Burns-Cox start again in September 2019 and continue throughout the year at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop.

Summer Stone Carving Courses

Summer Stone Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop are held throughout the summer and include the following courses:

Stone and Marble Carving Tools For Sale

What tools does a Stone Carver need ? There are a variety of essential tools and items that any Stone Carver will need in order to take them through the process of carving stone.

Small Sculpture Range by Simon Burns-Cox

Are you looking for a contemporary, modern and affordable sculpture? Today, many works of art are out of the reach for most people. However, Simon Burns-Cox who is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver has created a new small sculpture range at affordable prices.

Sundials by Simon Burns-Cox

It's a beautiful day today, the sun is shining and its the beginning of Spring. Have you ever thought of having a Sundial in your garden ? Simon Burns-Cox is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver who makes a range of handcarved Sundials for all types of garden and outdoor space. If you would like to discuss your requirements, please contact Simon through his website at www.simonburnscox.co.uk or contact him at [email protected] and he will be happy to help.

Tailor Made Stone Carving Courses and Short Breaks

Simon Burns-Cox and Wild at Art Scotland are now offering Tailor Made Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief Courses and Short Breaks in Edinburgh.

Choosing A Headstone

When it comes to choosing a Headstone, there are a few things you will need to consider at this difficult time. Do not try to rush into making a decision immediately. It is better to wait for at least six months to a year or more before you decide on how to commemorate the loved one.

Gift Vouchers For Stone Carving Courses Available

Gift Vouchers for the Stone Carving, Stone Letter Carving and Stone Relief Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop 2019 are now available. Why not give your loved one a unique gift of a Stone Carving Course where they can take up a new skill and learn an ancient craft in the new year ?

Garden Sculpture for Christmas

Are you looking for a beautiful and unusual Christmas present for your loved one? Why not give them a beautiful Handmade Marble Exterior Sculpture for the garden or outdoor space ? Made by professional Sculptor and Letter Carver, Simon Burns-Cox who is based in Edinburgh, Scotland, these Exterior Marble Sculptures are ideal for any garden or urban space.

New Stone Carving, Stone Letter Carving and Relief Courses 2019

Here are the details of the new Stone Carving, Stone Letter Carving and Relief Courses with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. Why not take up a new skill and learn an ancient craft in the new year ?

Five Week Course in Stone Carving, Letter Carving and Relief (Wednesday am)

FIVE WEEK COURSE IN STONE CARVING, LETTER CARVING AND RELIEF (WEDNESDAY AM)Why not try a new skill in an ancient art ?

What is your Epitaph ?

What is you Epitaph ? Have you ever had to think about what your epitaph might be and how you would like to be remembered ?

What is Relief Carving ?

What is Relief Carving ? Relief Carving is a particular sculptural technique where the elements of the material remain attached to the solid background of the same material. The term relief is from the Latin verb 'relevo' meaning to raise. In order to create a sculpture in relief, it has to give the impression that the sculpted material has been raised above the background.

In Touch Tour Exhibition September 2018

In Touch Tour Exhibition September 2018 is at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th September 2018. The exhibition is designed for the blind, sighted and partially sighted. Simon Burns-Cox will be exhibiting his work which you can view at his website at www. simonburnscox.co.uk or contact him at [email protected]

Handcarved Bespoke Gravestones, Memorials & Headstones

HAND CARVED BESPOKE GRAVESTONES, MEMORIALS AND HEADSTONES EDINBURGHSimon Burns-Cox creates beautiful Bespoke Hand Carved Gravestones, Memorials and Headstones and offers all types of Stone Letter Carving for Home and Business. He is based in Edinburgh, Scotland.

New Autumn Stone Carving Courses 2018

New Autumn Stone Carving Courses 2018 with Simon Burns-Cox will start from September at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop.

The Edinburgh Shoreline Project

Simon Burns-Cox has been participating in The Edinburgh Shoreline Project at South Queensferry near Edinburgh. He was involved in creating a range of words and carvings which were carved into the original walls of a new garden.

Sculpture at Doddington Hall Lincoln

Simon Burns-Cox will be exhibiting some of his work at The Sculpture Exhibition at Doddington Hall, Lincoln. This will include Rhapsody, The Dream 3, Forbidden Fruit and Gyration. All work is for sale.

Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition

Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition 2018 at Hillier Gardens from Saturday 12th May to Sunday 14th October 2018. Simon Burns-Cox is exhibiting his work with his new Exterior Garden Sculpture Collection which is made from marble.

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN EDINBURGH'DESERT' BY SIMON BURNS-COXThe marble sculpture 'DESERT' by professional Sculptor Simon Burns-Cox will be on display at the offices of The Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh from the 24th May 2018 at 20 Inverleith Row, Edinburgh.

The Society of Designer Craftsmen London

The Society of Designer Craftsmen London have launched a new website and Simon Burns-Cox is featuring his Stone Work and Letter Carving on the site. He is a Licentiate Member of The Society.

Doddington Hall Sculpture Exhibition 2018

Simon Burns-Cox will be exhibiting some of his work at Doddington Hall Sculpture Exhibition from the 28th July to 9th September 2018.

The World of Interiors April 2018

Have a look at the latest press article in the stylish magazine 'The World of Interiors' and 'The Great Outdoors' April 2018 issue featuring Simon Burns-Cox and the New Exterior Garden Sculpture Collection.

Spring Gardens and The New Exterior Garden Sculpture Collection

Spring is nearly here after all the snow, and it's time to start thinking about the garden. In the latest March and April issues of 'The World of Interiors' and 'The Great Outdoors', you will find the handcrafted marble sculpture 'Rhapsody' by Simon Burns-Cox which is part of The New Exterior Garden Sculpture Collection.

FRANCE 1914 and The Riverside Museum Glasgow

A stunning and symbolic First World War sculpture has gone on display at the Riverside Museum, in Glasgow, as part of the poignant centenary year of the signing of the Armistice. The sculpture, entitled "FRANCE 1914", was created by artist Simon Burns-Cox who has donated it to leading Armed Forces charity Poppyscotland.

History of Gravestones

Gravestones have been around for thousands of years, and began when the deceased was buried near the home. The grave was marked with a stele or marker made from stone or wood. This was usually placed over the grave as a mark of respect and to stop the deceased from rising.

The Great Outdoors and Simon Burns-Cox

Have a look at the latest press article in the March and April 2018 issues of the stylish magazine ‘ The World of Interiors ’ and ‘ The Great Outdoors’ featuring Simon Burns-Cox and the New Exterior Garden Sculpture Collection. The magazine caters for leading interior design companies, interior and garden designers and individuals.

Stone, Marble and Carving Tools for Sale

Stone, Marble and Carving Tools for Sale through Simon Burns-Cox who is based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop

New Stone Relief Carving Courses with Simon Burns-Cox

Why don't you try something new this year and learn an ancient craft ? Simon Burns-Cox is offering new Stone Relief Carving Courses in 2018 at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. The first course is on Saturday 3rd, 10th and 24th February 2018 from 10.00 to 13.00.

New Stone Carving Courses 2018

New Stone Carving Courses 2018 with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop

The Royal Glasgow Institute of The Fine Arts

I am glad to announce that my sculptures have been selected for The Royal Glasgow Institute of The Fine Arts Annual Open Exhibition 2017 from the 11th to the 26th November in Glasgow.

Stone Letter Carving Techniques

One of the most important techniques of Stone Letter Carving is the V cut for incised letters. This is the simplest and quickest way to make a letter in stone.

Five Week Stone Letter Carving Course (Wednesday Mornings)

Why not learn a new skill and an ancient craft ? This is a new Five Weeks Stone Letter Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop on Wednesday mornings from 10.00 to 13.00 from the 15th November to the 13th December 2017.

One Day Stone Letter Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox

The next One Day Stone Letter Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox will take place on Saturday 28th October and Saturday 4th November 2017 from 10am to 4.30pm at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. The Course is designed for those who have either participated on The Two Day Introductory Stone Letter Carving Course and want to continue or for those who have some basic experience in stone. Complete beginners, however, will also be accepted as the class is small.

New Garden Sculpture Collection by Simon Burns-Cox

The sculpture 'Rhapsody' is part of my new Garden Sculpture Collection. It is made from beautiful deep Green Guatemalan Marble with a Portland Stone base.

Society of Designer Craftsmen London

Simon Burns-Cox is pleased to announce that he is now an a Licentiate Member of the Society of Designer Craftsmen, London. Simon is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. His work can be viewed at his website at www.simonburnscox.co.uk and you can contact him at [email protected] where he will be happy to discuss your requirements.

The City of Wells and The City of Culture Award 2021

Why not visit the beautiful City of Wells in Somerset, England? Wells is the smallest city in England and is on the list of candidates to become The City of Culture in 2021. You will also find the beautiful marble sculpture 'A Second Home' by Simon Burns-Cox in St. Katherine's Chapel in Wells Cathedral.

Scottish Sculpture Park, Caol Ruadh, Argyll, Scotland

Scottish Sculpture Park, Caol Ruadh, Argyll, Scotland. From the 4th June to 1st October 2017, why not visit The Scottish Sculpture Park? The garden is open from 11am to 6pm from Thursday to Sunday and Bank holidays. Admission: Adults £5.00 and children under 16 are free. Simon Burns-Cox will be exhibiting at The Scottish Sculpture Park at Caol Ruadh on the Kyles of Bute, Argyll, Scotland.

POPPYSCOTLAND AND SIMON BURNS-COX

Why not visit The Marble Sculpture 'FRANCE 1914' by Simon Burns-Cox on display in Glasgow from the year 2016-2019? The Marble Sculpture 'FRANCE 1914' created by Simon Burns-Cox was designed to commemorate the ending of The First World War and was made in aid of Poppyscotland. The Sculpture is made from Black and Gold Portoro Marble and has been carved and highly polished by hand and represents the last remaining tree on the battlefront and a symbol of hope.

OPEN DAY AT THE EDINBURGH SCULPTURE WORKSHOP

Open Day at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop with Simon Burns-Cox. The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is a Centre for International Sculptors and will be taking part in Doors Open Day on Saturday 24th September 2016 from 11.00am to 16.00pm

The Herald Marvellous Marble

The Herald Marvellous Marble: A Marble work by contemporary Scottish Sculptor Simon Burns-Cox is among the items on display at The Annual Royal Scottish Academy Exhibition in Edinburgh.

THE ROYAL SCOTTISH ACADEMY OPEN EXHIBITION 2016 AND SIMON BURNS-COX

The Royal Scottish Academy Open Exhibition 2016 and Simon Burns-Cox. the Marble sculpture 'Love and War' by Simon Burns-Cox has been selected for this year's Royal Scottish Academy's Open Exhibition 2016 in Edinburgh.

THE VICTORIA ART GALLERY BATH AND THE BATH SOCIETY OF ARTISTS 111TH SUMMER EXHIBITION 2017

The Victoria Art Gallery Bath and The Bath Society of Artists 111th Summer Exhibition 2017. Why not visit The Victoria Art Gallery Bath this week where you will find The Bath Society of Artists 111th Summer Exhibition 2017 and the work by the Sculptor Simon Burns-Cox.

WELLS CATHEDRAL – The Sculpture ‘A Second Home’ by Simon Burns-Cox

Extracts from A Midday Meditation given by Revd. Canon Dr Graham Dodds, Maundy Thursday 2016 at Wells Cathedral. The Sculpture ‘A Second Home’ by Simon Burns-Cox can be viewed in St. Katherine’s Chapel.

FRANCE 1914 The Scottish Parliament Edinburgh and Simon Burns-Cox

FRANCE 1914 The Scottish parliament and Simon Burns-Cox. The Sculpture FRANCE 1914by Simon Burns-Cox was displayed at The Scottish Parliament Edinburgh in 2014 to commemorate the ending of The First World War. The Sculpture is made of Black and Gold Portoro Marble and was created in aid of Poppyscotland which is a charity that looks after the Armed Forces.

Welcome to the new website of Simon Burns-Cox

Welcome to the new website and blog of Simon Burns-Cox.

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