1. Construct the skeletal structure. This includes brick structures, steel frame structures, and combinations of both. Brick structures are simple and cost-effective; for areas with significant mountainous variations, steel frame cantilevers are required. The skeletal structure must be properly waterproofed for the waterfalls, springs on the mountain, and reserved greenery cave locations.

2. Muddy Bottom Molding. Using cement, loess, and river sand to create a pliable mortar, shape it over the already constructed framework. Repeat the process to achieve a molding, texture, solid form, and surface etching that closely resembles the model.

3. Sculpted Surface. Delicately carve the texture, color, pattern, and surface features of the stone on the plastic surface. The texture and color are mixed according to design requirements, using stone powder and color powder in appropriate proportions to blend with white cement or ordinary watercolor to form mortar, then treated with techniques such as rough, smooth, and textured finishing. For the creation of patterns, straight lines are typically the main feature with cross lines as a supplement for mountains that convey a majestic and upright posture; cross lines as the main feature with straight lines as a supplement for mountains that express a casual and unrestrained image; and a combination of patterns for mountains that convey a profound and magnificent appearance. To enhance the natural authenticity of the mountain stone scene, in addition to the pattern carving, attention should also be given to the detailed treatment of natural features such as cracks, holes, voids, erosion, fractures, faults, and displacements. Generally, the carving of patterns should be done with a "freehand" technique, being concise and summarized; while the treatment of natural features should be done with a "fine brush" technique, being meticulously crafted.

4. Coloring. Apply before the plastic surface is completely dry. Mix pigment powder and cement with water, and sprinkle it evenly in layers. Slightly apply deeper shades in the gaps, holes, or shadowed corners of the stone. When the plastic surface dries, sprinkle a little green, black, or white in varying sizes and densities in the concave areas to enhance the sense of three-dimensionality and naturalness.

Artificial Rockery Construction