A little progress every day

Each wood we test with the laser gives different results. The goal is to get a laser mark as dark as possible while having the background as light as possible with an interesting grain showing through. I’m coming from a place where I know little about the properties of wood and even less about engraving with lasers. But I am learning very quickly through trial and error. Each trial teaches me about what works and what doesn’t. Each test is repeated on various woods and other substrates. The results are analyzed, and adjustments are then made to the line art and laser settings. The best samples are then hand-coloured to test that process as well. Through this process, I am making great progress every day. Stay tuned…