The pure bliss of engraving. It’s truly amazing how you can sit and stare into a microscope for hours on end, at an area the size of 1/10 of a penny, slowly carving away the metal one tiny flake at a time.
Creating engravings and hobo nickels I lose all track of time. my surroundings dissolve. Its almost like it was meant to be. using gravers so small you cannot make out the tips. homemade tools.....literally using sewing needles to carve. It’s all so fascinating.
What do I create? What do I specialize in? I combine coin cutting, wire wrapping, silver casting, wood carving, resoussè, and metal carving/shaping/engraving all into one, and create wonderful miniature sculptures combining all disciplines adorned with gemstones. I am truly excited to what the next evolution will bring. My office has been removed and transformed into a metal working studio......and art comes alive. I feel the spark within me again, stronger than ever......and there's no extinguishing it this time.