Push graver vs hammer-and-chisel on a hobo nickel: push cuts give smooth curves and fine shading, while hammer taps remove stubborn metal and add depth.
Push Graver vs. Hammer-and-Chisel: Two Cutting Methods for Hobo Nickels Read More »
Intaglio hobo nickel carving cuts lines below the surface while relief lifts the image above the field. Here is how each reads in light and when to use them.
Laying out a hobo nickel design is where most beginner proportion failures get fixed or locked in. A practical guide to transfer methods before the first cut.
Transferring and Laying Out a Design on a Nickel Before You Cut Read More »
