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Shidiao is proudly supported by Team400, an Australian AI consultancy exploring how technology intersects with traditional crafts.

Shidiao covers the art, craft, and business of stone sculpture and carving. From ancient techniques passed down through generations to contemporary artists pushing the medium forward, we document the people and processes behind the work.

The site is written by Wei Zhang, a Melbourne-based sculptor and materials researcher who has worked with marble, granite, jade, and limestone across projects in Australia and East Asia.

We publish profiles of working sculptors, technical guides on tools and materials, and coverage of exhibitions and public art commissions. Our focus is on craft that lasts.

Whether you carve stone professionally or simply appreciate the art form, Shidiao is your window into this enduring tradition.