Albaster is a variety of calcite with a hardness of 3. Albaster is usually white and translucent, but is often banded with dark colored streaks. Depending on other mineral deposits, the rock comes in a variety of colors from white to gray or pink salmon to a deep red.

The process of sculpting begins by roughing out the image with a grinder and electric sander. A dye grinder is then used to add detail. The final intricate cuts are done by hand with files, carving knives and sandpaper. Most of the final texturing is done with a dremel tool using stone bits.

This rock sculpture measures approx.: 4.5" high x 2.5" wide