Maine Stone Structures is a design and fabrication company run by practicing artist, Jim Larson. MSS specializes in large-format stonework.
With experience in both architecture and sculpture, we focus on the use of stone as a contemporary, load-bearing building material.
INTRODUCTION
Projects
Nashua International Sculpture Symposium Jim Larson is the Artistic Director of the Nashua International Sculpture Symposium. As director he facilitates the creation of large format public sculpture by visiting international artists. Specifically, the symposium provides support for artists as they come together to share ways of working, making, and thinking.
South Portland Artworks is a collaborative artist studio space founded by Jim Larson. The studio exists to empower artists, gather creative energy, and share the power of collaboration. MSS serves as anchor tenant for the collaborative.
Collaborators
Maine Stoneworkers Guild provides a wide network of skilled stoneworkers. The community connections of the guild allow individual members to take on large projects with the scalable support of its membership.
Woodhull of Maine - MSS regularly collaborates with the designers and builders at Woodhull, sharing ideas, methods, and enthusiasm for lasting structures
Martin Gottlieb Studio - MSS has an ongoing partnership with Martin Gottlieb Studio, pairing classical craftsmanship and innovative techniques to carry stone carving forward.