GILDING:
From Traditional to Modern Techniques
with Harvest Crittenden
and Kestrel Montes
A pre-recorded, self-paced course with unlimited access
[This is a pre-recorded class with no teacher feedback.]
Harvest invites you to join her on a journey through the world of gilding! A little bit of sparkle can add so much to a piece, and a gilded initial or image really brings your work to a whole new level.
The brilliance of gold evokes a sense of luxury and prestige, enhancing our artistic masterpieces with its timeless elegance.
For clients, the magnetic appeal of gold infuses their special projects with a profound symbolic significance, elevating them to a realm of distinction and prestige.
Breathe new life into your manuscripts with our comprehensive class dedicated to the art of adding shimmering gold to your creations.
Whether you're a seasoned artist looking to expand your repertoire or a curious beginner eager to learn a timeless craft, this class is perfect for anyone with a love for the shimmering allure of gold.
Here are the topics that the course will cover:
- The Basics of Gilding: Understand the fundamentals of gilding, including surface preparation, adhesive application, and handling gold leaf.
- Traditional & Modern Techniques: Explore time-honored methods used by medieval scribes and illuminators to achieve stunning gilded effects while also mastering the contemporary supplies and techniques available today.
- Advanced Applications: Dive into advanced gilding techniques such as tooling, burnishing, and combining flat and raised gilding dimension to your designs.
- Troubleshooting: Learn how to troubleshoot common challenges and achieve professional-quality results every time.
- Procuring and Handling Supplies: Gain insight into selecting and handling the necessary materials and tools for gilding, both traditional and modern.
- Learning to Make Gesso: Master the art of preparing gesso, the traditional base for applying gold leaf, and understand its role in achieving optimal results.
THE SUPPLIES
This course will introduce you to the many different material options for gold, though a few items will be needed for all of the sections. You can find them gathered in our Amazon shop.
REGISTRATION
This course offers unlimited access. Learn at your own pace, on your own schedule.
GIFT CERTIFICATE
You can purchase a gift certificate for this class for the art lover in your life!
Since this course offers unlimited access at whatever pace and schedule that suits the student's life, this class makes a perfect gift.
