Welcome to the SGA Sculpture Engraving website.  My name is Steven Adams, and I am a die engraver and bas relief sculptor in the medallic industry.  The work presented on this site includes hobo nickels (the fun work), die engraving, bas relief sculpture, and hand hammered aluminum metalware.  Techniques for each of the subjects will be shown and discussed.  More information and photos will be added as this site develops.  Check Back occasionally to see what's new and feel free to e-mail me with your questions and comments.
 
The skills displayed on this site are the result of many years of practice and hard work. To learn any skill requires patience and perseverance.  I have found die engraving to be the most challenging of my artistic skills.  It requires meticulous attention to detail, a steady hand, and dedication to perfection.  It is a difficult craft to master, and there is little room for error.  Sculpting, on the other hand, allows for more flexibility.  Revisions and changes can be made at any point during the sculpting process.  Whereas working in tight tolerances and exact depths are a crucial part of die engraving, they're rarely necessary in sculpture.  Both engraving and sculpture have their advantages, depending on the requirements of the project.

For now, this site is a billboard for SGA Sculpture Engraving. I do custom and commercial work on a limited basis. Services offered on this site will become more comprehensive when SGA becomes a full-time venture.  Please check out the links page for interesting websites in related subjects.