Gilding

Gilding Restoration Course

In-person course

ESSEX

£480

This is a 5 day course in Giltwood Frame and Object Restoration. The course is suitable for anyone wishing to master basic gilding techniques and restore items sympathetically that are worn and damaged. This course is suitable for beginners. No previous experience is ever assumed. During the 5 days the following topics will be covered:- Investigation, plan, cleaning and making basic repairs by casting, modelling or carving. Gesso and putty repairs. Gesso smoothing, application of bole and water gilding. Oil gilding, toning and distressing to match in repairs. The course...

Introduction to gold leaf

In-person course

Cheshire

£20

Join us in store to discover stunning Gold Leaf and Gilding techniques using our range of Pébéo UK artist quality materials. You will get the chance to work with both traditional gold leaf and mirror leaf, as well as gilding wax. We will be applying these to various pieces such as ceramics and candles, although you are very welcome to bring your own small pieces if you would prefer. These techniques will work on a variety of surfaces including wood, plaster, glass, metal and cardboard, perfect for embellishing a wide...

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Introduction to Verre Églomisé

In-person course

Norfolk

£65

A one day introduction to the technique of gilding on glass. Intended to familiarise you with the practice of gilding and etching a design onto glass. During the day you will gild a 10x10cm coaster that you can take home at the end of the course. You will learn how to: prepare the glass make a size for the gold application cut and apply loose gold leaf onto the reverse of the glass etch a design onto the glass seal the gold with enamel An amazing opportunity to learn new...