During the spring of 2009, master basalt carvers
will gather in Central Washington State, known for its rich geological history,
for an extensive workshop. The event will take place from May 1 to 4, 2009,
surrounded by columnar basalt that was exposed by the historic Missoula floods.
Chinese basalt characterizes Portland’s urban park Landscape architect and sculptor Scott Murase recently built a unique stone water feature for Vera Katz Park in the redeveloped Pearl District in Portland, OR.
