Spring semester and a May and July week long classes are open for registration! We now have 5 gravermax/gravermachs that students can use so we will be working on pneumatic engraving and hammer & chisel engraving. Metal Engraving 101 This will be a 14-week introductory course to the art of hand engraving. In this course we will cover the basics of engraving with a hammer and chisel, graver angles and sharpening. We will also cover the basics of design for engraving. The student will be prepared to advance to Metal Engraving 201 at the course’s completion. Instructor: Sam Cherry Metal Engraving 101 | 1/16-5/8 | 1-5pm | $256.60 Metal Engraving 101 This will be an introductory course to the art of hand engraving. In this course we will cover the basics of engraving with a hammer and chisel, graver angles and sharpening. We will also cover the basics of design for gun engraving. The student will be prepared to advance to Metal Engraving 201 at the course’s completion. Instructor: Sam Cherry Metal Engraving 101 | 5/12-5/16 | 8:30am-5pm | $201.60 Advanced Metal Engraving This will be a 14-week continuation course to the art of hand engraving. Designed for those that have completed “Metal Engraving 101” this course will expand on the knowledge already gained. Additional engraving techniques will be taught, and students will be engraving personal items such as belt buckles and lighters. Instructor: Sam Cherry Advanced Metal Engraving | 1/16-5/8 | 9am-1pm | $256.60 Advanced Metal Engraving Designed for those that have completed “Metal Engraving 101” this course will expand on the knowledge already gained. Additional engraving techniques will be taught, and students will be engraving personal items such as belt buckles and lighters. Instructor: Sam Cherry Advanced Metal Engraving | 7/27-7/31 | 8:30am-5pm | $201.60 https://www.montgomery.edu/nra/ #art #handengraving #learning #metal #metalart @FEGA
If you're interested in developing your skills in metal engraving, these courses offer a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced instructor Sam Cherry. Starting with Metal Engraving 101, students will master foundational techniques like hammer and chisel engraving, graver angles, sharpening, and basic design principles. This beginner-friendly, 14-week course is designed for those with no prior experience yet aims to provide high-level instruction, making it an optimal starting point for aspiring engravers. For those who complete the introductory course, the Advanced Metal Engraving classes build upon the skills learned and introduce more intricate techniques, including pneumatic engraving using gravermax/gravermach tools. Students will gain hands-on experience engraving personal items such as belt buckles and lighters, which helps deepen their understanding of metal art and real-world applications. The combination of theoretical knowledge with practical work equips learners to elevate their craftsmanship. Courses are conveniently scheduled across the spring semester and short week-long formats in May and July, catering to different learning paces and availability. The pricing is reasonable, making these classes accessible to many who wish to explore or refine their skills in this traditional art form. Furthermore, these programs emphasize design fundamentals tailored specifically for metal engraving, including gun engraving design in some sessions. Registering on the Montgomery College NRA website provides detailed schedules, tool lists, and additional resources to ensure you are fully prepared. Whether you seek engraving as a new hobby, a stepping stone to advanced artistry, or a complement to your metalwork projects, these courses create a supportive community and structured path for growth. Overall, this is a rare chance to experience personalized training in hand engraving alongside modern pneumatic techniques, empowering you with both creative and technical expertise in metal art.