World's Finest Dove Hotel - Dry Stone Wall Building

[@kimh557]

What a great video James! 👏Your artistry always amazes me. 😀 There is something peaceful in watching you put together these inspiring works of art.🙌 You explained everything so well, very interesting! The music is beautiful too. You make it look so easy & yet the complexity is so obviously an art & a major undertaking! Thanks again! Kim 🇺🇲

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Kim. Always love your thoughtful comments.

[@richardcole9558]

Hand skills of the highest order ..absolute quality !

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[@____________________________.x]

I’m grateful that people are willing to invest in buildings like this to keep the skills alive. That was quite a demonstration of the craft, well done guys

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Great comment. Thank you. Without the investment from our clients we'd never be able to build such things. It's important to never forget that.

[@jamesnave1249]

100% agree!

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

👍👍

[@fv9453]

As a young french stonemason i really hope to reach that level of work, you guys do amazing job and the video is so pleasant to watch !

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Florian. That's very kind of you. My best advice is that you need to be your own biggest critic. Best wishes from Scotland.

[@xostler]

God bless you stonemasons and your backs. All the brickies I’ve ever known have had to retire early; I can’t imagine the love it takes to do this dry stone work, instead of working with uniform bricks.

[@jamesreynolds9909]

This is beautiful

[@philmckenna5709]

Wher do you live, Florian? I've seen some fantastic craftsmanship in France.

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

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[@mistypeppercorn914]

That has to be the best video on workmanship I've seen in years James, the detail of the whole lot, chipping the stone, marrying the timber door frame to the stone. Fantastic workmanship lads.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Wow, thanks! That's a wonderful comment. Much appreciated.

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

@@jamesparkersculpture Where's the update? You've stopped posting new content. Is this channel dead? Your email addy no longer works.

[@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.1]

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[@garmo98]

That type of building is definitely an accomplishment! I have always been fascinated by the dry stone technique. The doves will have no idea the planning that went into such a palace.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you. It's the thought of the doves seeing a stone out of place and judging us that made us strive for perfection 😉🤣

[@KatherineUribe-1]

@@jamesparkersculpture Those are some discerning doves!😆

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[@negativeonesquared]

Warms my heart to think that might be standing pretty much as is in 500 years. Astounding work.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much.

[@DebbieRies]

The best! Graeme wants that hoof sculpture

[@jamesparkersculpture]

I do take commissions but he hasn't mentioned it.

[@darenoneill8447]

What craftsman you guys are, spot on workmanship! My Grandfather was a master mason and I so wish I had paid more attention to his teachings when I was a lad😔

[@sandwich2473]

The man hours to build that alone is worth more than my entire home 😅 Looks absolutely stunning, very nice work

[@pattiesidlick4658]

Fabulous, it looks like it has been standing there for years already. Love the little pigeon holes. Can't wait to see the next project.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks. I do love it when things blend in like this instantly.

[@xedasxedas]

The doves will be shaiting for years and years in such a beautiful piece of work. Congratulations and thank you for sharing.

[@drystonewallingperthshire3405]

Amazing video! Thanks again for the opportunity - most amazing work experience ever!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Martin - we'll still be reliving this one in our latter years. Great to have your help on this project. Looking forward to the next one....whatever that may be 🤔

[@MrWhothefoxthat]

as a young chap back in 1979 i had the great pleasure of working with some of the best drystone Wallers going, we worked for Derbyshire county council walling in such place's like Woodhead, the snake pass, and all across Buxton, so it was gritstone and limestone, i then went to work as a monumental mason, i worked with some great carvers and letter cutters, you make it look so poetic, but i know how hard it as, cold and wet snow and wind, then the hot baking sun, that why my shoulders click and my back has gone, lovely work from no doubt master masons.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much. I love the stone work in the Peak District. I began in Galloway 40 years ago helping my Dad. This was my first stone 'wall' in about 7 years. Most of my work is sculpture now as you'll see in my other videos. It certainly takes it's toll on the body. I ruptured 3 discs in my back 15 years ago and have to deal with the pain every day. I still love what I do. Thanks for your comment.

[@stevenbp101]

That’s an amazing job, I was a stone mason for many years until I retired. It still thrills me to see an exceptional rock job and you guys have done it, beautiful. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much. Much apreciated.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

With each new piece of artwork I think ‘this is the best, then the next piece is more majestic than before’. Your attention to detail and precision are commendable! There’re some really lucky pigeons whom get to call this masterpiece home! Be well & stay safe. Cheers, Doc 🇺🇸

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you - much appreciated. Hopefully they'll be comfortable!

[@IkarusFlight]

A legacy of craftsmanship for centuries to come. It gives me new appreciation for the building masters of ancient stonewalls.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Ted

[@jimferry6539]

I was just about to ask about the arch and then you explained it perfectly. I was going to ask how will you be certain it will hold after taking away the supports. Also, doesn’t this make you even more appreciate all those dry stones walls that you see around the country side, imagine all the man hours put into them if you add it all up, it’s incredible

[@jimferry6539]

I commented before the end 🤦🏻‍♂️😂

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Jim - know matter how confident I was, there's always a tiny element of apprehension when removing an arch form.

[@fakiirification]

Im not so shocked by old walls and works of stone masonry. You have to remember that we have a different view and appreciation of time than our ancestors did even a few hundred years ago. Building stone walls and other structures was just one activity one could get up to between other things, like tending the fields and animals. No youtube to waste away your evenings, so might as well go deal with that pile of stones you picked out of the field while plowing.

[@kingy002]

Jobs like this are so few and far between. Some craftsmen may only see one in their working career, if they are lucky. You have good cause to be proud of this build. An absolute banger.

[@alicegamble6145]

Beautiful work. It's amazing how these buildings go together & look so beautiful out of stone. They are such a work of art. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much Alice. My pleasure.

[@acooper6956]

So impressive. Thank you for explaining the engineering as the project proceeded. It's gorgeous.

[@johnbull2992]

Absolutely stunning work guys, you are a credit to the profession. I’ve spent my entire working life in the building trade and even I was amassed at the volume of stone this project took to complete. 100% brilliant ❤

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much John, that's very kind of you.

[@jackreeves3001]

I love your videos. You're not afraid to tackle anything. Thanks again for sharing your time and talent! KANSAS USA

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Jack. Great to get your comments all the way from Kansas. Much appreciated.

[@robn92]

Beautiful just beautiful. You do amazing work. I enjoy watching your videos building and making art. I would never have stumbled onto this channel without Graeme mentioning you. I’m glad he did. Love it!!!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you 😊 I've been lucky that Graeme aka @TheHoofGp has mentioned me.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you for your kind comments. Hope you enjoy some of my other videos too. My brother Graeme @TheHoofGP has been very kind mentioning me on his channel. There's a video we made together you might like - revisiting where we grew up. Titled 'Scotlands dry stone walls'.

[@robn92]

@@jamesparkersculpture I will definitely watch it. Thank you

[@pixelgraphica]

The other commenters have said it all. Just brilliant watching. Thanks for sharing!!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Many thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@larla03]

This was great. I really can appreciate stonework and all the skill and talent. I love this!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Joemccxc]

A home for birds nicer than my house, which is actually mostly the bank’s house. We are at peak civilisation remember. Beautiful, beautiful work, mind.

[@binflynn1]

I picked the wrong career

[@cloverpijee3114]

You took the words out of my mouth!😅

[@boobear1907]

Didn’t we all

[@Manimal5279]

Never too late to start

[@sosalish441]

That’s what my father said. So I became a mason as he said he wished he had. What I can say is, most masons picked the wrong career. It’s dangerous, unhealthy, heavy work and as an old journeyman told me when I was an apprentice, “the novelty wears off”. Many years later my father asked what made me choose such a difficult trade. When I told him it was his idea he suggested he must have been drunk at the time. Thanks pop😂

[@jayc4734]

I wish I'd chosen to be a dove as well.

[@geneinman4488]

A work of Art . Beautiful Beautiful. Young Masters

[@mimide]

Absolutely amazing! You always amaze me with your structures. 🌟

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks. Delighted you enjoyed it.

[@russellmartin4510]

I am absolutely lost for words! Superb.

[@petelumley1578]

Excellent work chaps. It warms the heart to know that old trades are kept alive by people like you. It’s a long time since I did any dry stone walling but you brought it all back 👍🏼

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Pete. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@rogerdevero8726]

What Stunning Stone Work! A Work of Art Indeed; Fine Craftsmanship. Kudos from 'across the pond' Florida USA John 3:16

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Roger.

[@indie825]

Pure artistry and craftsmanship. What an amazing partnership. Wonderful, to see how pleased all the builders felt about the build.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you glad it came across in the video. We were all thrilled.

[@cloverpijee3114]

*Very skillful and aesthetically pleasing construction. Absolutely amazing work that one doesn't see much of these days.*

[@thomaseilrwilliams1896]

Fantastic work 👌🏼👍🏼💪🏼👌🏼👍🏼💪🏼👌🏼👍🏼💪🏼👌🏼👍🏼💪🏼

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you Thomas.

[@Grandma_Lori]

Amazing! ❤ Good to see all of you Parker men have great taste in music!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you - not everyone agrees, but pleased that you do!

[@thesaltycabbage]

It must be amazing to look at something you've built and know that it will still be there over 100 years from now. Something that is extremely rare these days and a satisfaction missing in most people's lives.

[@TW-ps2cr]

Staggering, humbling, magnificent.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Kind words. Thank you.

[@chrispokorney6801]

Amazing Work and Amazing Craftsman. Man that's very pleasing to the eyes. People will enjoy that 100s of years from now is what's the best part. When man creates something to please people for hundreds of years from now.

[@mpprezza4493]

Stunningly beautiful. There's nothing better than building something with your own hands, doing the best job you know how and end up with something that people will love to see for hundreds of years to come.

[@NathanHarrison7]

“Enjoy for Hundreds of years.” Incredible work. Subscribed.

[@mypintofview]

I bow my head to this craftmansship. This is awesome! And I haven't even seen the video yet

[@karenhubbard1644]

Wow incredible. Indeed what a privilege to construct .

[@johnberry1107]

Nice. Glad to see our homeless birds have a place. Thank you.

[@Travelingman724]

Such beautiful stonework!

[@ruehtree]

Absolutely marvellous. You should be proud of your skill set.

[@XvX77]

That is the best work I have ever seen the arch doorway is perfect you can't complain the whole thing is amazing

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@kathleenmuller306]

What can I say my friend, but well done!!! You have really outdone yourself with this one James! Beautiful! K.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you Kathleen!

[@adamcran9859]

Great job my friend James 💙👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you Adam.

[@bradyhuneycutt7036]

Awesome craftsmanship and humble character wrapped up in this guy. Thank you for sharing your gifts

[@williamlott7612]

Beautiful work fellas. Darlington, South Carolina USA

[@carolavw]

I love the ancient look of the building. Hopefully the wood will weather nicely as well.

[@pauloroarty1799]

This blew me away and then the door frame finished me off. Quite amazing....

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Paul. That's really kind of you. Check out some of my other videos too!

[@robertdamianogargano3971]

ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR WORK

[@ronkropf3280]

What an extraordinarily exquisite work of art!!!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Than you Ron. That's kind of you.

[@davidmitchell1391]

It's very difficult to improve on pefection! Well done everyone involved in the planning and execution of this little gem.

[@davidmacey5422]

What workmanship. Stunning.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much David

[@LoveTheColorOrange]

Bravo! A beautiful building! You are a true craftsman.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

You're very kind. Thank you.

[@heraldeventsandfilms5970]

Great stuff James. Let's see you make a broch now!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you. I'd love to if the opportunity arose.

[@canoeman621]

Wow. you have my utmost respect and admiration. Craftsmanship like this is so rare. Brilliant.

[@TeeColibri]

Ooooooh man! The KZbin algorithms worked their magic. I love this.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

A rare occasion! Hope you enjoy some of my other work. Thanks 😊

[@vinwillcock612]

Beautiful workmanship, lovely quality commission.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you

[@MediocreMachining]

I am totally blown away with the skill that was used to create such an awesome building. Well done everyone.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you very much.

[@eileenbass952]

It is beautiful James. Well done to you and your friends.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Eileen.

[@eileenbass952]

You are welcome James. I love your work.

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

You should be very proud of the build, the workforce too. Congratulations on a job very well done 👍

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much for your kind words. Great guys to work with.

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

@@jamesparkersculpture they certainly are. 😉🙂

[@PlasticScot]

Good effort lads

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you

[@sharonm3677]

Your beautiful skill mesmerizes me, brings me calmness and allows me to dream. Thank you so much for sharing with us.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

It's my pleasure Sharon. Thank you for the wonderful comment.

[@1921Avery]

Craftsmanship just don't get any better !

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you!

[@williamwoody7607]

Really formidable, really impressive. Thanks for showing it off! I can’t imagine what made the algorithm put you forth but I’m now a subscriber.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks William - the battle to be discovered by the infamous KZbin algorithm. This video like many others I've made was going slowly.....them suddenly for some reason has taken off today.

[@williamwoody7607]

@@jamesparkersculpture Better late than never. Good luck.

[@terrystephens1102]

Congratulations on a beautiful job, the dove house looks spectacular 😁👌👌👌👏👏👏👏❤️❤️

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@waylonk2453]

Great looking work! I'm glad to hear you're using feet and inches for your measurements

[@SB8-8]

Absolutely beautiful!!! Your craftmanship is a sight to behold ~ Thank you for sharing with us!!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks a lot Shari - my pleasure.

[@kgal63]

Magnificent. Such artistry.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you Kyleene

[@kgal63]

@@jamesparkersculpture your very welcome James.

[@alastairwallis9499]

Great job and video. Keep them coming. Cheers

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks, will do!

[@SuperKristinG]

That is AMAZING!!! What a beautiful building! It must be so satisfying to see your work come together like that. I am sitting here in awe. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

My pleasure Kristin. Thank you 😊

[@anatmandr]

Прекрасная кладка камней, когда смотришь на готовый результат, понимаешь сколько труда было приложено) вселяет мотивацию повторить также

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much Tolyan.

[@cousteaufan]

This is proof that you're all 100% insane. And I love it. ❤

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

What a beautiful build

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Patricia 😊

[@julien23lastchristmas2]

Bravo ! wonderfull job and human act from brave men 👍👍

[@davidgomia3719]

Talented Masons. Top Quality Work Done.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Much appreciated

[@davidgomia3719]

@@jamesparkersculpture Cheers..New Year Greetings from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬

[@jamesparkersculpture]

@@davidgomia3719 Happy New Year to you too 😊

[@henrique7612]

Beautiful video and work my friend. Your work will stand for thousands of years, and that is amazing

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you Henrique. Much appreciated 🙏

[@carltauber2939]

Extraordinary craftsmanship, with beautiful results. Please show the nest boxes when they are complete.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Carl.

[@Rubbernecker]

Absolutely stunning.... I'm speechless!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

You need to add to you list. I may be slightly biased....but it's beautiful.

[@endacollins1]

i worked as a stone mason for many years so I really enjoyed you video I'm impressed with the centre stone on the arch how you shaped the next stone above, really good work lads ,

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you very much.

[@indee105]

It will be there for generations.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

I certainly hope so. Thank you 😊

[@anthonymartin9672]

That is some really nice work.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Anthony.

[@Flameableflare]

I have never seen a LITTERAL frame of reference used :D This build was amazing!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you very much 😊

[@1943L]

Skilled guys there, excellent project.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks John. Much appreciated 🙏

[@RickStewart1776]

That was an awesome build. Thanks for sharing it.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

It's a pleasure Rick. Thank you.

[@JayCWhiteCloud]

Dear James and the team...I love following along on your projects like this and thank you for sharing it with us all...I have to admit a wee bit of disappointment when I saw you capping off your beautiful stonework with a modern "stick framed" roof...The stonework and design were so incredibly well done I really expected the roof and Dove's next area would have been traditional as well...But I own my bias...LOL...since I do both stone masonry as well as being a traditional Timber Wright...I would love to get back to the U.K. to see friends so if you ever wish for help on a project like this I'm game for a working vacation and would just love the pleasure (now that I'm retired) to stand shoulder to should with the next generation doing work as you do in stone...Simply outstanding work...!!!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you. The walls would need rot have been wider to create the nooks for the doves. This would have completely changed the proportions of the building. I wanted to keep an element of charm about it and think the scale and proportions work well as it is - although all valid points!

[@JayCWhiteCloud]

@@jamesparkersculpture Thanks James, I sent a private reply...You do fantastic work Brother!!!

[@nneisler]

Rightfully proud of!

[@buddyjames1347]

Wow, amazing craftsmanship

[@stormthetawnyowl.2348]

Beautiful work guys ! Well done !

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks a lot!

[@draven3838]

Absolutely beautiful work gentlemen, thank you for sharing this story with us.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Gary

[@johannmendelsohn6365]

Breathtaking!

[@vesstig]

That keystone is a piece of love, this whole project exudes care

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you.

[@snewk-ub9uh]

Spectacular work! Hopefully your great-grandchildren will be able to visit it in the years to come.🙏

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you. I hope so.

[@paulclayton7955]

A Brilliant piece of Work, excellent design, along with the workmanship, well done All of you.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks very much Paul. I really I enjoyed being oart of a team on this as I usually work alone.

[@Shane_O]

Great work…. Well done!

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thanks Shane.

[@paulreynolds9003]

I was that impressed with this build am back again to rewatch.

[@jamesparkersculpture]

Thank you! Great for the analytics 😉