My artistic career is dedicated to exploring Nature in the condensed raw primordial matter of gem crystals, one of the hardest substances on Earth. I am an adventurer by nature, having sailed between nations on a small wooden boat, and explored the Tibetan sheers of Mt. Everest. And I find gem crystal carving can be every bit as adventurous a sport. My perpetual search for magnificent stones spans every continent. I have traveled up jungle rivers, climbed mountain tops, descended into caves and crossed deserts looking for crystals.

I have stretched the dimensions of gem cutting, pioneering tools and techniques that have led me to cut many of the worlds largest gem crystals. With these mineralogical treasures I take meticulous care to respect the marvelous symmetry nature has endowed, to reveal undisturbed scenery that formed millions of years ago. Thus preserving a living record of history's frozen light. I work in service of the crystals.

I have cut thousands of crystals. Each crystal is unique and has its own unique energy. When cut, the different angle configurations will change the way the energy moves. While some crystals should not be cut because they are wonderful in their natural state, many can be enhanced with cutting that adheres to the nature of that particular crystal. In the same way a crystal can be improperly cut thus denuding it of its resonating potential.

My gem sculptures are held by bronze architecture incorporating lights to amplify the crystal's radiance. In addition I cut very specific geometric shapes used for electronic technologies by physicists, electrical engineers and physicians.

A properly tuned crystal will feel bright, happy, and alive and will serve as a lifelong companion.

~ Lawrence Stoller

Sunni, Lawrence, Peter, Timothy, and Fred with the Golden One. Photo: Harold & Erica Van Pelt

Lawrence Stoller's work is supported and enhanced by a group of highly skilled artisans including: Sunni Kerwin - wife and business partner; Fred Valenzuela - crystal worker; Timothy Turco - crystal worker; Peter Small - engineer, bronze and metal works; Steve Douglas - gold works.

The beauty of Nature

inspires the heart to pursue

the nature of beauty.

"The Empress of Lemuria": 42 lb. clear quartz generator cut by Lawrence Stoller and Glenn Lehrer.

Artist with "Ancestor", 98-pound quartz crystal on bronze base.

Photos: Harold & Erica Van Pelt

(all materials taken from Lawrence Stoller's Website, www.crystalworks.com)