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What Are Cameos & How Are They Made?

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

cameo broochHand-carved cameos are guaranteed to be unique since no shell or piece of agate is alike. The artist determines the best place to feature the carving by studying the layers and threads of color in the raw material. The design is outlined in pencil, carefully carved, and then polished. Since the process requires immense control and skill, cameos artists who follow traditional techniques are few and far between.

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