Company Information: Here is the information from our brochure. You can request a free brochure by emailing us at business@stoneart.org   The stones are chosen: Rocks, worn smooth by time and waves, are piled high on the northern shores through past glatial action and present day seasonal changes. The stones are developed: The tools of the process include a pen knife, to cut out the design which is then placed on adhesive-backed rubber stencil. Next, the stone is sandblasted to deeply cut the design into the surface. Finally, the stone is cleaned and priced for sale. The artist favors wildlife and Native American themes for his designs, but custom designs are also possible. The stones are used: As a decorative piece of art for display or for use as a paperweight, or as decorative elements in gardens or aquariums, the stones are a unique gift for family members or friends of any age who appreciate the wonders of the natural world. To care for the stones, simply wash with a mild detergent solution to remove fingerprints. The artist's history and inspiration: From the farm country near Bertha, Minnesota where he grew up, to the monument industry of West Virginia, where he gained his knowledge and skills, this artist has developed a unique business inpired by his concern for the environment and by his beliefs in Baha'u'llah, prophet-founder of the Baha'i Faith. Concerning sciences, crafts and arts, Baha'u'llah writes that "Knowledge is like unto wings for the being, and is a ladder for ascending."* Baha'u'llah's teachings on the oneness of God, of religion, and humanity conue to serve as inspiration. *Baha'i World Faith, p. 189   Here is a picture of the artist with one of his creations: Norman L. Ellig with a plaque designed for the Diversity Foundation.