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Engraving On and Off the Block
Engraving On and Off the Block
Engraving On and Off the Block
Engraving On and Off the Block

Engraving On and Off the Block

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Engraving On and Off the Block
Instructor: Bill Dawson
September 21 and 22, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00-5:00
Class Fee: $365 | $60 Materials fee payable to instructor

Prerequisites: No experience necessary but a basic understanding of metalworking or tool sharpening helpful.

Class Description:
Mastering the fine craft of engraving is a lifetime endeavor, but like most arts the basics can be learned in a fairly short time and a lot of embellishment can be done with relatively little engraving experience. Understanding how to use a graver can also help with stone setting and tricky solder joints. In this workshop students will begin with the basics, tool setup and layout, then explore hand engraving, wriggle cut, and hammer driven engraving. A variety of methods for holding the work and schemes for pattern transfer will be covered. Lettering, gunmetal engraving, and inlay work will not. Each student will take home a basic set of gravers fitted to their own hands and a whole new range of options for decorating their designs. Engraving can add a great deal of interest to your designs. This is a great opportunity to give it a try! No experience necessary but some familiarity with tool sharpening is helpful as we will be doing a lot of that! 

 

Materials Kits INCLUDED:

  • A set of 3 gravers and graver holders
  • Copper sheet to make samples

Students MAY Bring:

  • An engraving block if you want to lug it into class!
  • Sterling silver sheet, 20g approx. 2"x2" if you would like to experiment with silver

 

Instructor Bio:

Bill Dawson came to art metals by way of blacksmithing at the University of Oregon. Since then he has been making a living with metalsmithing, both teaching and creating custom pieces for all manner of patrons. A close examination of metalwork of ancient cultures of Ireland has given Bill a deeper understanding of the character of the metal itself, as well as the aesthetics of the past. You can see Bill’s work at www.billdawsonmetalsmith.com.roblem solving skills and a profound sense of achievement always come in handy!

Learn More about the Instructor, HERE.

Tools are available to purchase through Danaca Design Studio with 15% student discount code. Shop tools HERE. If you don’t see what you need please email us, dana@danacadesign.com.

Review our class cancellation policy HERE.

All students must fill out and electronically submit the Danaca Design COVID-19 Studio Safety Protocol and Waiver form before attending class.