Fay Gale Sculpture – University of Adelaide

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In 2025, the University of Adelaide unveiled a bronze statue of Professor Emerita Fay Gale AO, the first woman in the University's history to receive such an honour. The sculpture, created by figurative sculptor Meliesa Judge of Liquid Metal Studios, stands as a tribute to female scholarship at the University of Adelaide

A.R.C Stonemasonry played a pivotal role in the project by designing and constructing the stone base for the statue. This involved sourcing and extracting slate from a local quarry, hand-carving the inscriptions, and installing the base to ensure the sculpture's stability and prominence.

• Design Collaboration: Worked closely with the artist to design a stone base that complements the bronze sculpture and honours Professor Gale's legacy.
   
• Slate Sourcing: Identified and extracted high-quality slate from a local quarry to match the aesthetic requirements of the project.
   
• Letter Carving: Hand-carved inscriptions into the slate base, ensuring precision and alignment with the overall design.
   
• Installation: Coordinated the transportation and installation of the stone base, ensuring it was securely positioned to support the sculpture.

The completed Fay Gale Sculpture now stands proudly on the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus, serving as a lasting tribute to Professor Gale's contributions to academia and gender equity. The stone base, crafted by A.R.C Stonemasonry, provides a solid foundation for the sculpture and enhances its visual impact.

• Expertise in Heritage Stonework: Specialising in the conservation and restoration of historic stone monuments across South Australia.
   
• Skilled Craftsmanship: Led by Brent Quilliam, an experienced stonemason with a reputation for quality craftsmanship.
   
• Commitment to Preservation: Dedicated to maintaining the integrity and authenticity of historical monuments.
   

• Memorial & Monumental Restoration
   
• Stone Letter Carving
   
• Stone & Brick Repointing