Introduction to Hand-Push Engraving

Hand engraving requires both patience and awareness. In this 2-day introduction, students will establish a basic underrating of the tools and control that is required for this intricate technique. 

We will begin with tool sharpening and graver preparation, then shift into several engraving exercises on flat copper plate. Methods for holding your work, image making/mark development, design transferring, and general surface finishing techniques will be discussed throughout the class. Both gestural mark making, and precision drawing can be incredibly useful tools for engraving. By exploring traditional engraving tools and techniques and looking at their applications within a contemporary practice, students will begin to develop a distinct approach to the techniques, materials, and subject matter of engraving in jewelry. 

The goal of this course is to help individuals experience intimacy with their work, through repetitive motion and intense focus.

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Register for this AND Valerie's 1-day workshop Intermediate and Intuitive Engraving workshop on May 10th receive a $75 discount on the full three-day engraving experience and $104 off the materials kit fee to account for duplicate tools! Use coupon code 3WRK-ENGRAVING at checkout. Both classes must be added to cart to use the coupon.

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Please be advised: Due to the need to order supplies, we customarily close registration for our on-site offerings one week before the start date. If you wish to join the class after registration closes, please contact us at [email protected] or 781-891-3854.