Is found in Chillagoe, which is west of Cairns, Queensland. Colours range from white, yellow, black and multicolour. It's small crystals make it ideal for finer work. Polishes to a high shine.

(left) Thorn, is carved in Chillagoe marble. I chose not to polish Thorn because since this sculpture has been designed to be placed outside, the polish would only last a few months. If it was an indoor sculpture then polishing would be ideal.

Is found in Angaston in South Australia. Colours range from a multitude of different greys, blacks and white all in one stone, to pink and black. Due to it's larger crystals, Angaston Marble is more suited to abstract sculpture. Polishes to a high shine.

(left) Picasso's Son, is carved in Angaston marble.

Is found at Mount Gambier, South Australia. Well suited to large outdoor sculptures. Doesn't polish. A relatively cheap stone to purchase, this is also a great stone to begin learning sculpture with.

(left) Expecting, is carved in Mount Gambier Limestone.

The most common stone around Bendigo. Very easy to obtain, but doesn't take a high polish.

(left) Sandra, is carved in sandstone.

Yes, this one's not from Australia. Found in Carrara, Italy.One of the most sort after marbles. However, due to freight costs to Australia, this is one of the most expensive stones to obtain.

(left) Lazy Susan, is carved in Carrara marble.