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Patinas On Metals - Colors, Shades, Textures. A workshop by Judy McCaig

Workshop  /  11 Nov 2023  -  12 Nov 2023
Published: 05.09.2023
Patinas On Metals - Colors, Shades, Textures. A workshop by Judy McCaig.
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Intro
In this intensive course we will explore various permanent finishing treatments for surfaces of different metals in order to create different effects: colors, shades, textures and the correct application of oxides. Different recipes to patinate metals also with the use of natural ingredients. The application of this technique in goldsmithing allows countless creative possibilities.
The workshop is aimed at goldsmiths, artists, artisans, students and designers.

Content of the Workshop //
- Preparation of metals
- Oxidation of metals: silver, copper, brass
- Patinas: recipes (usually between 20-30)
- Different methods of application
- How to mix recipes
- Different coloring techniques
- Application of gold, copper, brass and aluminium foil to add extra metallic colors and effects.
- Application of welding - combination of various metals - experiments and more
- Paints, waxes.

Min & max Participants // 6-9 people
*The workshop will take place if the minimum of participants is reached

When // 11-12 November 2023
2 DAYS during the weekend
8 hours per day: 10:00-14:00 h / 16:00-19:00 h.

Cost //
Workshop: 400 euros
Metal Kit: 40 euros (brass plates, alpaca copper and bronze)
Chemical Kit:  35 euros (optional)

About Judy McCaig:
As a Scottish goldsmith, engraver and painter, Judy McCaig has lived and worked in Barcelona since 1991.
From 2000 until today, she has taught at the Massana School of Art in Barcelona and, since 2009, at Taller Perill, Barcelona. She exhibits nationally and internationally and has worked in many public and private collections, including the British Museum, the Crafts Council Collection in London and the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.
www.judymccaig.com

Deadline to apply: 15 of October 2023.
The course will be in English
For any further information, please contact us by email: info@aboutfucinaorafa.it

 
Brooch: Silent Sailing by Judy McCaig.Brass, alpaca, gold leaf. 2019.6.5 x 6.5 x 2.5 cmUnique piece Judy McCaig
Brooch: Silent Sailing, 2019
Brass, alpaca, gold leaf
6.5 x 6.5 x 2.5 cm
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Patinas On Metals - Colors, Shades, Textures. A workshop by Judy McCaig.
Experimentations panorama

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Patinas On Metals - Colors, Shades, Textures. A workshop by Judy McCaig.
Experimentations panorama

© By the author. Read Klimt02.net Copyright.