How I came to Glass Engraving

Many years ago I came across a magazine at my Grandfather's house. It featured an article about glass engraving with pictures of beautifully engraved glasses, bowls and vases. The art of glass engraving was explained and with it came a few instructions about how to try it out yourself! I was immediately fascinated and bought my first set of diamond burs and drills and started to engrave my first wine glass.

Over the years I experimented with new tools and improved my skills with learning from books and videos. I engraved glasses, mirrors, bowls, vases and other items for my family, friends and colleagues. 

Born in Switzerland I emigrated to New Zealand with my family in 1994. In our gift shop I started to display my work which brought me many customers. Today I do all my engraving from my home studio and feel the same excitement when I create a new piece. 

Besides hand drill engraving I use hand sandblasting and sometimes combine both methods. As well as drawing I spend a lot of time on the computer designing to complement my work.