the Hand Engraving Podcast

Our good friend Kelly McRae is back with another great Women’s Month episode. This time she talks to Shawna Whiteside Erickson from Sweet Iron Silver. It’s a very good and relatable show. I hope that you enjoy it.

This is an interview recorded in the summer of 2023 while my family was staying with our friends in Germany. While this is not technically only a women’s show, it does feature two great Female engravers. And hey, 2 out of 3 ain’t bad. This interview was recorded in English and German. I did my best to keep it understandable and pleasant to listen to. I hope you enjoy it.

The show is back, and it’s Women’s Month! This episode is hosted by the lovely and talented, Kelly McRae. Kelly’s guest is the silver artist, Nevada Watt. In this show they talk about western engraving, the western lifestyle and what it is to be a woman in the engraving biz. It’s a great kick off for 2024. Enjoy!

This is the story of my summertime European vacation. In it I discuss the people I met and the places I visited. There are two interviews in this episode, Marc Van Leusden, and Ritchi Meier. I hope you enjoy it.

This is a 3 man interview with, Wade Wilson, Mark Dupp, and Jason Marchiafava. This was recorded in person at the GRS training center in Emporia, Kansas during the Grand Masters program. Jason is a wonderful person, and his story is unique. I think you’ll like it. Enjoy!

In this episode I talk to Justin Voight about, knives, France, AI, and photography. We also talk about the Society of Hand Engraving Artists, which is a new organization that we belong to. SHEA seeks to preserve the art of hand engraving, by expanding the market for our art. The show's music is by James Gregg. Enjoy!

This is a great chat with the great engraver Peter Cusack. Really I was very off my game and I got lucky that Peter had so many interesting things to say. There really is a lot of good information here if you're listening. It got too late for me to record an outro, and so I will say it all here...Thanks to Peter Cusack for being on the show. Thank you to all of my listeners, wherever in the wo...

We are kicking off year two of the show with our first ever three person show. In this episode I talk to two of my very favorite artists about hand engraving and art in general. This show is packed with good advice and interesting conversation. Both of my guests are teachers and the insight they have about engraving is definitely worth a listen. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did. In this e...

Two good friends sit down and have a chat about engraving. What more could you ask for? The Wonderful Olivia Wilson returns as the announcer. James Gregg provides our music. This is the second and final episode for Women's Month on the Hand Engraving Podcast. Thank you to everyone who made it possible.

In this first ever, Women’s month show, Kelly McRae interviews Amy Raymond. The show is opened and closed by the beautiful and talented, Olivia Wilson. Music is by James Gregg

A conversation with the talented Mr. Mark Dupp. We talk about his work as a tattoo artist and how he has moved into the engraving world. Mentioned in this Episode are, GRS Tools, Nevada Watt, Jeremiah Watt, Bishop Tattoo Supply

A pleasant chat with Mr. Layne Zuelke (zohl-key). We talk about his start, where he is now, and where he’s headed. It’s a good one. Enjoy!

My favorite episode, to date. This is a relaxed conversation with the woman who’s synonymous with western bright cutting. I really enjoyed listening to it while I was making the edits. There are some very awkward interruptions in this episode and you’ll probably notice that I don’t fix them very well. Enjoy

This is an informal conversation with FEGA Master Engraver Marty Rabeno, recorded live at the 2023 FEGA convention at the Westgate Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A casual and very noisy conversation with one of the greatest engravers in the world. He’s certainly one of my favorites.

This episode is a conversation with Marianne Kelley. We talk about her achievements in engraving. Jill Skinner calls in to talk about the isolation that comes with being an artist. It’s a good show, I hope you enjoy it.

This is a great conversation with Mr. Uri Tuchman. We discuss his life, art, and his YouTube videos. Mentioned in this episode…Uri Tuchman, Roger Bleile, Firmo Fracassi, Sam Alfano, Clickspring, Jimmy Diresta, Marius Mellebye

This is a great interview with a great artist and friend. We talk about Marius’ early life in Norway and his current life near Barcelona. We talk about the ups and downs of the music industry and what it is to be an artist in todays world. Mentioned in this episode: the Jewelry Institute of America, J. Martin Bits and Spurs, Alexandra Gasparini, Richard Quecke, and Marius Mellebye.

A discussion with automotive engraver, Hilario Lugo. We have a pleasant and honest conversation about engraving, low riding, and the struggle to raise the bar for an industry. This show is made possible by, the Jewelry Institute of America and J. Martin Bit and Spur.

This episode I pass the mic to my old friend, Brian Nichols. Brian interviews me and we talk about one thing or another. It was fun for me, I hope you’ll like it too. This show is sponsored by the Jewelry Institute of America and by J. Martin bit and spurs.

A brief essay on the similarities between music and scrollwork creation . Perfect for beginner engravers and for old timers who want to hear me sing. Something for everyone.

I had a nice conversation with one of my very favorite artists. What a treat it was to hear his thoughts on his work. The Reverend Chase Hammer gives his thoughts on hard alloys. All in all a pretty nice show.

A great conversation that discusses all things hand push. Scott details his thoughts and insights about hand engraving. We also discuss Scott’s career and his involvement with the TCA

A conversation with silver artist Kelly McRae. We discuss her life as a Canadian engraver and her plans for the future. In this episode we also mark the passing of Ray Phillips, inventor of the NGraver. Lee Griffith calls in to talk about his new online scroll design classes.

A free flowing and wide ranging discussion with one of the biggest names in hand engraving. Jeff answers listener questions and we talk about how the pop culture iconography of the 80’s influences his work today. On this show: Wade Oliver Wilson, Jeff Parke, Marius Mellebye, Kyle Montoya, Paul Bass.