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Just Scratching the Surface

An Engravers Diary:

One Scratch at a Time

Discover the art of hand engraving.

Inspiration

Discover the individuals who have fueled my passion for engraving. From renowned artists to innovative designers, explore the names and stories that have shaped Hand Scratched. Visit their websites and social media profiles to delve deeper into their creative worlds.

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Picture this: a co-worker hands me what I think is going to be this massive, Viking-worthy axe, ready for some epic hand engraving. Turns...

Finding the Rhythm: Balancing Speed and Precision in Hand Engraving

As a hand engraver, I often find myself reflecting on my process once a project is done. Lately, I’ve been working on practice...

Language/Dialects

Scrollwork and hand engraving feel like a language to me—a living, breathing form of expression that evolves with every cut and curve....

About

Early Thoughts...

For me this journey all started with scrollwork art and curiosity. The more I researched the more intrigued I got. Now that I have scratched the surface, the possiblilities seem unending. I have found a new passion, a new hobby that there just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day to play with.

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