Supplying Artwork & Images

What to send when enquiring about a bespoke engraving.

When enquiring about a bespoke engraving, you can send photographs, drawings, handwriting, logos or other reference material for assessment.

Clear, high quality source material provides greater flexibility when developing artwork for engraving. If you're unsure whether your image is suitable, send what you have. We'll assess it and advise whether any additional material is required.

Why Source Material Matters

Sandblast engraving requires clear, technically suitable artwork. The quality and detail of the material supplied affects how much information can be assessed and developed for engraving.

Photographs, scans and other references may require interpretation, simplification, redrawing or adaptation as part of the bespoke design process.

Clear source material gives the studio a stronger basis from which to develop the engraving artwork.

  • photograph of a 1937 Brough Superior SS80 motorcycle with a pair of worn riding gloves resting on the saddle. The reference photo used for the engraved artwork.

    Photographs & JPEG Images

    Clear, high-resolution photographs can often be used as the starting point for artwork preparation. Larger image files generally contain more detail and provide greater flexibility when preparing designs for engraving.

  • Hand holding a fountain pen writing on paper with a warm, blurred background

    Scans & Handwritten Material

    Whether you're taking inspiration from a loved ones handwritten note, a favourite hobby or a delicate sketch, please scan your images at the highest resolution possible.

  • BLOG - Redrawn Masonic Coat of arms with religious symbols and text ready for glass engraving

    Vector Files

    AI, EPS, SVG and vector PDF

    Vector artwork contains drawing information rather than pixels, making it the preferred format for logos, emblems, technical illustrations and professional artwork. Vector files can usually be scaled and prepared for engraving without loss of detail.

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You can also send us:

  • handwriting (poems, greeting cards, etc)
  • Simple line drawings
  • Logo
  • A photo of a tattoo
  • Custom font(s)

Source Material That May Require Further Review

  • Screenshots from mobile phones
  • Images downloaded from social media
  • Compressed messaging app images
  • Photographs of printed photographs
  • Low-resolution internet images

These files may lack sufficient detail for design development and may require alternative reference material before engraving can proceed.

Image Engraving Quotation

Many bespoke commissions begin with a photograph, sketch, logo, handwritten note or historical reference. Send us what you have and we will assess the material, advise on suitability, and provide a quotation for artwork preparation and engraving where appropriate.

  • Sherborne St John club logo engraving layout prepared for tankard, shown as approval proof
  • Sailing yacht artwork and photograph provided for engraving
  • Original artwork of a horse with a rider and a prepared engraving version on a white background.

When Design Work Is Required

Some source material can be prepared for engraving with minimal adjustment. Other commissions require interpretation, redrawing, adaptation or more substantial design development.

Where a separate bespoke design service is required, this will be confirmed after your material has been reviewed and before design work begins.

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Send Your Artwork for Review

Send your artwork, image or reference material using the form below. We'll review what you've supplied and advise on suitability, design requirements and the next steps for your commission.

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