Elias Wallnöfer is a skilled stonemason and sculptor from Laas, a small town in the Vinschgau Valley. Though he initially planned to study design, a chance visit to the Laas Marble School changed his path completely. The four-year program there not only gave him his certifications as a stonemason and sculptor but also sparked a deep passion for working with marble.

After graduating, Elias spent a year in Australia, where he honed his skills on projects like church restorations. This time abroad gave him invaluable experience and broadened his perspective, both professionally and personally. In 2016, he returned to his hometown, set up his own studio, and committed fully to his craft.

These days, Elias pours his energy into his workshop, creating everything from tombstones to statues, and custom pieces, always leaving his own creative mark on each project. His goal is to share his work with a wider audience through exhibitions and to inspire a fresh appreciation for the beauty of marble.

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