Books and Community

Hand engraving is a craft best learned through both practice and community. Below are books, podcasts, guilds, forums, and societies that have shaped my hand engraving practice— and are worth knowing whether you're just starting out or decades in

Books that Have made Me A better Engraver

The Fundamentals.

  • Drawing and Understanding Scroll Design By Ron Smith

  • Advanced Drawing of Scrolls By Ron Smith

  • the Art of Engraving by James Meek

  • Ornate Scrollwork and Ornamental Design by Sam Alfano

  • The Engravers Codex by Sam Alfano

  • Art and Design fundamentals by Lee Griffith

  • The Jewelry Engravers Manual by R. Allen Hardy and John Bowman

Podcasts In The Industry

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Societies, Communities, Forums, & Guilds

  • Firearms Engraving Guild of America

    “We are a guild that welcomes everyone from people who are admirers of the art form, to people who are new to and interested in learning engraving, to people who want to advance the skills they already have, and for those who want to teach and share their knowledge with others.”

    FEGA Website

  • The Society of Hand Engravers

    “The mission is to lift the skill of each member of The Society of Hand Engraving Artists in their craft. With a multitude of styles, formats and subject - every member has something to learn, and most have something to teach. Members are encouraged to share their knowledge, mentor and in return be committed to improving the art of hand engraving in this international engraving group.”

    Website

  • The Engraver's Cafe

    “Learn hand engraving! Thousands of members learn, share, inspire, and make friends with hand engravers around the world. Your participation is welcome and encouraged.”

    Website

  • EngravingForum.com

    “Discuss hand engraving using basic to the most advanced methods and equipment”

    Website

  • The Engraver's Notebook (Facebook Group)

    “This is a page to share engraving, stone setting, coin carving tips, tricks, ideas and for shameless self-promotion for everyone invited.

    No politics. No religion. No arguments. No judgments.

    It's time to ask questions, learn and enjoy.

    C'mon---celebrate and brag!

    We love what we do, so have at it!”

    Website

Have suggestions Communities, Podcasts, or Books that Should be Added? Send me Email

thedailyhandengraver@gmail.com