As an artist, it can be an emotional struggle sometimes when a client requests something that may not be the best fit for you or perhaps the canvas....

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When a stone setter has advanced to the masterful quality and perfect craftmanship shown in work like this pendant, there is no arguing with the skill behind the work....

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Stainless steel is a great canvas that many engravers and jewelers can use in everyday work. Personalizing items like this Al Mar Cash Clip (#019-012) is a perfect way to include customization in a practical but nice finished piece....

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Steel and copper are hot in the metal arts world with the price of precious metals like gold and silver so high. Copper can be used in many engraving applications, including the jewelry arts....

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ESU student Mitchell Lurth has already engraved one guitar and made it into a custom work of art, but he wanted a new project to hand engrave. He purchased this Epiphone Firebird, playing it for a few months while he developed designs and ideas for the engraving....

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Tim Halloran of Iowa, who has been engraving since 1986, recently completed this nice 1860 Uberti Henry Replica Rifle for Aaron McMichael of Kansas....

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Starting out with engraving can open a door to a wonderful and fulfilling world of creativity. For some, engraving becomes a new medium and a unique canvas....

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The art of engraving, though once a skill that took years to learn and execute the basics, is more accessible than ever. With a basic engraving class and the right tools, this wonderful field can be applied to many projects....

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