Masters

Creative Art

Giacomo Fausti, Giovanni Steduto, and Ugo Talenti

GMP Instructors 2006, 2010 In 1987 Giacomo Fausti set up a small studio in his home along with another engraver, Ugo Talenti. They agreed to combine their talents and seek new outlets. Two years later, Talenti left the shop leaving a vacancy that was filled by engraver, Giovanni Steduto….

Alexandre Sidorov

GMP Instructor 2009 The mastery of Alexandre Sidorov is an extraordinary blend of unequaled technical expertise with beautiful, creative artistry. Born in Kherson, Ukraine, Alexandre’s heritage provided an important career foundation…

Martin Strolz

GMP Instructor 2009 The engraving art of Martin Strolz honors the classic Austrian firearms heritage that’s been a passionate part of his life for nearly 40 years….

Alain Lovenberg

GMP Instructor 2008 Growing up near Liège, a city famous
for its heritage of engraving and manufacturing firearms, Alain was naturally
drawn to such a wonderful art….

Philippe Grifnée

GMP Instructor 2006, 2008 Philippe Grifnée graduated from the school of engraving in Liège, Belgium in 1970 after studying under renowned engraver René Delcour….

Ken Hunt

GMP Instructor 2007 At the age of 15, Ken Hunt began what would be an incredible journey of discovery and innovation. He took the first step as an apprentice to James Purdey & Sons in London with outworker Harry Kell….

Winston Churchill

GMP Instructor 2005, 2007 Considered by many of his peers as quite possibly the greatest American gun engraver of all time, Churchill was born on the Vermont farm where he still practices his artistry today….

Ron Smith

GMP Instructor 2005 Ron Smith began his engraving career after a tour in the United States Army. His first job stateside was with a jewelry manufacturer where he learned how to size rings, set diamonds and engrave….