Side Inscriptions
15 February 2016 No Comments
Seal artists often write on the sides of their seals (in Chinese called 邊款 biankuan).
My random notes on Chinese-style seal carving.
Talking Seals
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Where Does It Start?
15 January 2016 No Comments
Chinese is traditionally written from top to bottom in columns that are read from right to left, in other words beginning in the top right corner and continuing to the bottom left corner.
Don’t Damage the Knob
15 December 2015 No Comments
Seals stones often have decorative knobs carved into the top of the stone but these can get in the way when carving a seal.
Don’t Play With Sharp Objects
15 November 2015 No Comments
Using a seal vice is a good way to avoid accidentally cutting yourself if you hold your seal stone in your hands and the seal knife slips unexpectedly.
Happy Accidents
1 June 2015 No Comments
Happy accidents can occur when carving a seal and the blade slips unintentionally or the stone chips unexpectedly.
Where Do I Put It?
15 February 2015 No Comments
Probably the most common question from beginning artists is where to put a seal on their art.
Sand Your Stone
15 September 2013 No Comments
There are several reasons why you should sand the face of your seal stone before cutting your design into it.