Soapstone Carvings by the Kisii People of Kenya – Zawadee
Here are the steps involved in crafting soapstone carvings: Mining: Local miners dig a large pit by hand, about 50-75 feet in diameter, using picks and shovels. Heavy machinery is not used. Selection: Not all stone that is mined is used for the carvings. The miners sort the stone and select high quality materials for the carvings.