Two days of instructor-led, hands-on sessions covering photo engraving, granite workflows, finishing techniques, and advanced laser methods. Classes range from core fundamentals to advanced techniques, allowing both newer and experienced AP Lazer owners to gain real, practical value.
Advanced Training 2026
Date: 02/06/2026 - 02/07/2026
Location: Buxton and Bass Funeral Home
400 N Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972
"Take your laser skills further at AP Lazer’s Advanced Training event. Designed exclusively for AP Lazer owners, this hands-on training focuses on photo engraving and memorial-specific applications to help you get the most from your machine. Learn directly from experts, gain specialized techniques, and practice methods that elevate both your craftsmanship and your business offerings."
Advanced Training 2026
$299.00
Training Topics & Hands-On Sessions
Photo Editing Basics 1 & 2
Build a Reliable Photo-to-Granite Workflow from Start to Finish
Learn how to take a raw photo and turn it into a clean, consistent granite engraving using a repeatable workflow. This beginner-friendly session covers Corel Photo-Paint fundamentals, essential photo-editing techniques, and best practices for preparing artwork correctly. You’ll process images in Photograv, export files properly, and run a complete engraving in LightBurn to achieve dependable results.
Ideal for users at any experience level who want stronger fundamentals and more predictable photo engraving outcomes.
Presenter: Lindsey Millen
Photo Editing Advanced 1 & 2
Produce Sharper, Higher-Contrast Portrait Engravings on Granite
This advanced session focuses on elevating portrait engraving quality through deeper photo analysis and refinement. You’ll learn how to assess source images, improve contrast and detail, and correct problem photos using advanced tools in Corel Photo-Paint, Topaz Labs Gigapixel, and Photograv. The goal is cleaner, more professional-looking engravings — even when starting with imperfect source material.
Best suited for AP Lazer users with two or more years of experience who want to refine their artistic eye and produce premium memorial or portrait work.
Presenter: Andrew Peterson
Lightburn Tips & Tricks
Work Faster and More Confidently Inside LightBurn
Discover practical techniques for designing and producing laser-ready projects directly in LightBurn. This session covers photo engraving workflows, personalized keepsakes, memorial pieces, shortcuts, and lesser-known features that help streamline your process. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how to work efficiently and confidently within LightBurn.
Ideal for users who want to improve speed, consistency, and confidence when running jobs.
Presenter: Alicia Vanderpool
Granite Basics
Finish Granite Engravings to a Professional Standard
Learn the final steps that turn a granite engraving into a polished, professional piece. This class covers cleaning and prepping etched surfaces, fixing small imperfections, applying highlights for contrast, and sealing granite for long-term durability. These finishing techniques help elevate the appearance and longevity of your work.
A valuable session for anyone looking to improve the overall quality of their granite engravings.
Presenter: Derek Li
The Art of Laser Stitching
Engrave Oversized Designs Seamlessly Using Smaller Machines
Learn how to engrave images larger than your machine’s engraving area by stitching multiple engraving sections together. This session teaches how to split artwork into files, align each engraving accurately, and create a seamless final image. You’ll also learn how to touch up seams when minor misalignment occurs, ensuring clean, professional results on large granite pieces and other materials.
Presenter: Andrew Peterson
Creating Acrylic Mosaics
Design and Assemble Layered Acrylic Artwork with Confidence
Create vibrant, multi-layered acrylic art that resembles modern stained glass. This hands-on session walks through the planning, cutting, and assembly process for multi-colored acrylic designs, including a step-by-step breakdown of a completed project. You’ll learn techniques that can be applied to future designs beyond this specific example.
Ideal for users interested in expanding into dimensional and decorative acrylic work.
Presenter: Alicia Vanderpool
Memorial Keepsake Engraving
Create Meaningful Memorial Jewelry and Small Keepsakes
Learn how to design and produce memorial keepsake items such as fingerprint keychains, photo necklaces, and ornaments. This session covers designing in LightBurn, processing projects on CO₂ or galvo systems, and finishing pieces cleanly for presentation to families. The focus is on creating thoughtful, professional keepsakes that expand your memorial offerings.
Presenter: Alicia Vanderpool
Mastering Dual Engraving Techniques
Achieve Ultra-High-Resolution Granite Engravings Using Dual Lasers
Learn how to combine CO₂ and fiber laser technology to produce high-resolution granite engravings. This session explains when and why to use each laser, how to prepare layered files, and how to run jobs correctly to achieve sharper detail and improved results. A key session for owners interested in maximizing the capabilities of dual-laser systems.
Presenter: Derek Li
Pet Memorial Engraving with Paint Fill
Add Color and Contrast to Black Granite Engravings
Learn how to engrave black granite and apply acrylic paint fill for enhanced visibility and impact. This session covers engraving settings, paint application techniques, cleanup, and finishing methods for a clean, durable result. You’ll also learn how to protect finished pieces and present them professionally.
Presenter: Lindsey Millen
Metal Urn Engraving Techniques
Engrave Tapered and Curved Urns with Precision
Learn how to engrave tapered bronze urns using a rotary tool and fiber laser. This session covers alignment techniques, working with curved and irregular shapes, and modifying artwork so engravings read straight and professional on finished pieces.
Presenter: Derek Li
This Training Is About Precision, Confidence, and Better Work
AP Lazer’s Advanced Training is built for owners who want to produce cleaner, higher-resolution engravings, work more confidently with challenging photos, and deliver professional-grade results on black granite and memorial products.
Over two focused days, you’ll work hands-on with real materials, real machines, and real workflows — from refining photo engraving techniques to understanding how dual-laser setups unlock ultra-high-resolution results on granite. You’ll also explore practical finishing techniques, layout considerations, and pricing conversations that directly impact the quality of your work and the value you can offer families.
This is not a sales seminar. It’s a working session designed to help you solve problems you already face — poor source photos, inconsistent results, difficult materials, and uncertainty around pricing or presentation — and replace them with repeatable processes and professional confidence.
Who Should Attend
- AP Lazer owners working in monument, funeral, or memorial services
- Owners looking to improve photo engraving quality on black granite
- Users interested in advanced engraving techniques, including dual-laser workflows
- Newer owners who want to build strong fundamentals the right way
- Experienced users looking to refine, troubleshoot, and elevate their results
You’ll Get the Most Value If You:
- Want more consistent, higher-resolution engravings
- Are ready to move beyond trial-and-error workflows
- Care about both craftsmanship and business presentation
- Want hands-on instruction you can’t get from videos alone
Venue
Buxton and Bass Funeral Home
400 N Parrott Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Hotel Room Block
Hampton Inn Okeechobee
1200 FL-70, Okeechobee, FL 34972
$194/night
To make a reservation, call 863-824-0003 and tell them you’re with AP Lazer.