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Designing for Small Spaces
Engravers constantly face the challenge of creating a design that will
flow
and please the eye. For new engravers this challenge becomes even harder
with the introduction of small spaces, such as the handle of this custom
knife.
In this example, engraver and knifemaker Rick Eaton has created a layout
that transitions from the playful rhythm of the damascus steel to the
silky
radiance of the mother of pearl. The flowing scrolls, vines, and leaves
create a dynamic scene that mimics the visual texture of the damascus
steel.
The bright foreground and the overall symmetry of the layout echoes the
open
and smooth mother of pearl handle.
When faced with this challenge, beginners should always go back to the
fundamentals. A small space is not unlike designing for the large, open
area
on the side of a rifle. Consider the balance between the foreground and
background, what style is appropriate for the work piece, and the
overall
visual effect of the design. Keep in mind that everything in your
design
should flow and look natural, as if it had been there all along.
If you are interested in creating better layouts and designs, or
learning
the fundamentals of engraving, GRS Training Center offers several
courses to help improve your skills. Rick Eaton, an instructor at the GRS Training Center, teaches select engraving courses that fill quickly, so be sure to enroll early.
Basic Engraving
Intermediate Engraving — Seats still available for 2007!
Scrolls & Design
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