I create art because it challenges me and pushes me to better myself. I find that it relaxes me and causes me to think and look around and
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I engrave precious metals mainly sterling silver. The encompasses lots of scroll designs in different styles of engraving such as single point Style engraving Western bright cut style engraving Filigree style engraving In my mind I try to tell a story or give the viewer a pathway to follow through the engraved scrolls so that they get to see all the little nuances that are provided in the design.
Where do you find inspiration?Inspiration is everywhere it's all throughout nature.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it to educate myself and try to help others learn how to engrave and fabricate pieces out of precious metals.
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