WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HAND ENGRAVING
/Hello and welcome to my blog!
This is my first entry and I have been wanting to share some knowledge about hand engraving as I have been getting so many questions about it. I had the honour to chat about hand engraving with Karla from Written Word Calligraphy very recently as part of her Spotlight episodes.
The interview style is laid back but we touched on so many topics more than just about engraving that I think you would find the video resourceful. Click on the link below to watch the video:
Written Word Spotlight Episode 5: All About Engraving with Roessein Art
Here are the summary of what we chatted about:
A little bit about me
How I started calligraphy
How I got into engraving and found the portable engraving tool
The learning curve of hand engraving
The main tools for engraving. Tools mentioned:
Brushless Motor: Mystisa 2
Nail Drill from Amazon for cheaper option
Stabilo All Pencil in white, red and black
Round diamond burs from Amazon
Kabuki brush
Post-it notes
Rub ‘n Buff apply with Q-tips and wipe off excess with paper towel
Canadian friends, you can self-clear customs to save money
Favourite surface to engrave and which surface to not rub ‘n buff
Engraving plastic - pro tip by CalligraphyEngraving
Safety tools: Dust mask and glasses
My first live engraving job + how I got some on-site jobs without being found on Google search
Tips if you want to start engraving
Colour filling preference for engraving
Where I first learned about SEO
My biggest challenge in business and how I deal with it
Machine engraving vs. hand engraving
Engraving event at the Airport
I hope you find this video useful. Don’t forget to follow me on instagram for more behind the scenes and fun engraving projects. And follow Written Word Calligraphy for more spotlight interviews and calligraphy tips.
Cheers,
Telisa
Live Engraving event at Holt Renfrew
Portable Thumb Micro Motor
