Furuya Scholar’s Stone Titled: Yamatogawa – credit: http://www.kagedo.com
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
- Time: 6 PM to 8 PM
- Location: Katy Geissert Library, Community Room, 3301 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
- Parking: Enjoy plenty of free parking available behind the library and the Plunge
What to Expect:
Join us for a truly rock-reflective evening as Phil Chang presents “Another Way to Look at Stones,” an in-depth exploration of the art and beauty of Viewing Stones. Phil has been a longtime member of Aiseki Kai and has spent over 20 years studying and collecting these remarkable natural treasures.
Viewing Stones — also known as suiseki — are stones that evoke the spirit of vast landscapes: towering mountains, quiet coastlines, cascading waterfalls, and more. Their power lies in how a simple stone can capture the imagination and transport the viewer into a larger world.
What’s in store:
Phil will introduce the traditional classifications of viewing stones, including Chin Seki and Bi Seki, and will showcase how these stones are displayed on:
• Carved wooden bases called “diza“
• Sand-filled trays known as “suiban“
• Graceful wooden platforms called “jita“
He will also share pieces from his personal collection and discuss the appreciation, artistry, and philosophy behind this timeless practice.
Get Involved!
- Come ready to learn, admire, and be inspired by the subtle beauty of natural stone art.
- Bring your curiosity — and maybe even a stone or two you’d like feedback on!
- Share the event with friends who love art, nature, or geology.
Spread the Word: Invite fellow enthusiasts, rockhounds, artists, and anyone who finds meaning in the quiet stories that stones can tell!
South Bay Lapidary and Mineral Society 