
2008 | 2012 | 2017
Alain Lovenberg
Bio
In 2008, Alain Lovenberg’s Grand Masters course focused on the traditional method of shading scenes, landscapes, and the human figure. This classical technique creates shading with a series of finely engraved lines. He also shared his insights into creating subtle textures using this graver-centric technique.
In 2012 and 2017, Alain returned and guided students through a project with full gold inlaid background and low-relief engraving. He instructed them in the Belgian technique of relevoir to prepare the dovetail with a chasing tool.
Alain grew up near Liège, a city famous for its heritage of engraving and manufacturing firearms, and was drawn to this art form. A specialized engraving school in the heart of Liège allowed him to learn from master engraver Jean Dossin. Although he started his professional career with jewelry engraving, he soon turned to the prestigious and creative field of arms engraving. This expanded his career, giving him a thorough skill set. Through patience and perseverance, he has become a highly respected and renowned engraver, upholding the fine Belgian heritage of hand engraving.