What areas do you cover?

London, Hampshire Surrey and Berkshire.

What set up do you need at the venue?

I require a sturdy, flat table and a chair. Table should be no smaller than 60x60cm.

Good lighting is required - I will bring a portable lamp if lighting is poor.

If I am required to keep the items to be engraved next to me throughout the event, I will also need adequate space for me to sort the engraved and yet-to-be engraved items, to allow my working area to remain clear. Also, a space to have my clipboard with the form for customers to fill out their engraving requests. Please also think about space for signage if you are providing any.

Please let me know ahead of the event if the area is cold (i.e outdoors with no heater) or hot (outdoors with no shade) 

How long does it take to engrave a single word?

Approx. 5 minutes - to allow for opening the item, drafting with pen, engraving over the draft, applying the wax pigment, cleaning up the item, repackaging. 

This process can be shortened if an assistant is working along side me to manage the engraving request form, to open and repackage the items and to engage fully with the customers.

 

Can you bring an assistant or second artist?

Yes, I can arrange to bring along an assistant to help manage the engraving request form, to open and repackage the items and to engage fully with the customers.

Yes, with enough notice, I can arrange for a second artist to work along side me. Second artists are required for very busy events to help to provide a sleek experience for your customers and to limit waiting time.

 

Can you vary your calligraphy script style to suit the customer or the event?

Absolutely. My usual style is modern calligraphy with flourishes - but I can remove the flourishing, make it more casual or more formal, create block letters for initials etc.