Description
The course starts with the setting up, sharpening and polishing of the various gravers used in Jewellery hand engraving. We will cover magnification, transfer techniques, work holding, turntables and associated tools and equipment. Our first copper practice plate is used to build confidence in cutting straight and curved lines to which we progress to cutting various Celtic patterns that are commonly found in jewellery work. Our second practice plate moves on to using the flat, round and liner gravers, where we design and cut a simple flower incorporating bright cut and cap techniques. We will also introduce the wriggle cut, bright cut boarders and the use of liners to produce florentince designs. Having practiced these specific techniques on a square plate we now look to incorporate these into actual pieces of jewellery. Your final task will be to design and cut your own pendant utilising the various cuts and techniques learned over the previous days. At the end of the course you will have built up confidence to undertake designing and engraving of your own jewellery pieces. To have established a foundation of techniques that will assist you in incorporating hand engraving into your existing unique jewellery work.
What's included in the price?
All tools and equipment are provided to the student to use on the course. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the day.
Duration
1 day
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
I am a hand engraver using traditional techniques of "push engraving" with a graver, hammer and chisel, and power assist using GRS and Pulsegraver systems. I have studied in Florence Italy, USA, Luxembourg, Belgium and the UK. I have won numerous hand engraving awards over the years and compliment my commission work with teaching which I love.
FAQs
No. Tea and coffee is provided, but please bring a packed lunch.
Yes. Please bring your own tools if you have any. But it's not necessary as I have everything you will need.
No. I will supply everything you need for the duration of the course. Throughout the course we will discuss what equipment you may need and where to buy it from.
Yes. Free parking.
Hand engraving is all about practice. The more you practice the better you will get. Starting off with a course will save you a lot of time and establish some good habits for your engraving journey.
Yes. This course is ideal for people who have never engraved before. We start at the basics and work up through the various disciplines of hand engraving.
