Education.

The Art of Sandblast Engraving — Passed to a New Generation.

For over 50 years, I have dedicated my life to the art of sandblast engraving — from delicate custom glass etchings and custom wine bottles to deep carving on glass, stone, brick, ceramics, and architectural surfaces.

What once took decades of experimentation, trial and error, and hands-on craftsmanship is now being condensed into an intensive learning experience designed to teach the true art of engraving.

This is not simply about operating a machine. 

It is about understanding:

Technique

Depth and shading

Pressure control

Masking and stencil preparation

Design and layout

Artistic carving methods

Production techniques

Real-world applications

At CT Engraving, students will learn professional engraving methods developed through a lifetime of real production experience — techniques normally learned only after years in the field.

From custom gifts and awards to deep-carved crystal, engraved gifts, engraved photographs, memorials, wedding glassware, brewery products, architectural signage, and personalized keepsakes, students will see firsthand how this craft can become both a rewarding creative outlet and a profitable business.

More Than a Hobby — A Skill That Can Last a Lifetime

This training is designed for:

Hobbyists

Artists

Creative entrepreneurs

Retirees seeking a rewarding craft

Anyone looking to develop a side business or lifelong profession

Students will learn how custom engraving serves industries including:

Weddings and events

Restaurants and breweries

Corporate awards

Personalized gifts

Memorial engraving

Home décor

Architectural applications

Custom signage and branding

You will not only learn how to engrave — you will learn how to create products people proudly display for a lifetime.

The Tools Matter — But Technique Is the Real Secret

Many people can buy equipment. 

Very few truly understand the artistic techniques that transform ordinary glass into something unforgettable. 

That knowledge comes only through experience.

As the founder of SandAir, SandEtch, and AeroEtch, I have spent decades refining engraving methods ranging from large-scale architectural carving to highly detailed crystal and photographic glass engraving.

Now, for the first time, that lifetime of knowledge is being passed on directly to a new generation.

This is your opportunity to learn the protected art of sandblast engraving from someone who has spent a lifetime perfecting it. 

Not just theory. 

Not just machines. 

Real-world craftsmanship.

A lifetime of knowledge — condensed into a hands-on learning experience designed for you.