The Art of Gilding Furniture and Decor
Thursday, September 28 9am - 4pm
$245
Class description: Get ready to explore the art of gilding and take your furniture and decor to the next level! Join this comprehensive furniture gilding class as we learn everything from basic gilding methods to advanced techniques like traditional water gilding. We’ll discuss the unique properties of genuine and metal leaf, as well as dive into the wide variety of adhesives and when to use them. We’ll learn how to apply leaf to a range of surfaces, including small objects and intricate furniture pieces. With hands-on practice and expert guidance, you'll expand your artistic skills and unlock exciting opportunities for paid projects. Don't miss this chance to elevate your artistic skills and impress clients with stunning metallic finishes, unlocking new possibilities to expand your portfolio and services offerings!
Tools Required by students: Materials will be provided by instructor
Products used in class: Genuine 23kt Gold leaf, composition metal leaf, oil size adhesive, waterbased adhesive size, paint, primer and sealers, mica powder, sample boards, gilding tools (Gilder's pad, knife and gilder's tip brush). Various brushes, agate burnishers.
Tobias Freccia
Architectural Design consultant, artist, author, entrepreneur, web and eCommerce development.
I have over 30 years experience assisting contractors, architects and interior designers providing decorative art services and architectural products for high-end residential, commercial, retail and public spaces worldwide. In addition, I have a communication design degree focusing on graphic design and web development. My first interior design website, artSparx.com, was launched in 2000. This content rich marketplace is focused on the professional artisan and DIY crafter, and services the interior design industry as a whole. Continuing to build niche product websites for the interior design industry, I have 15+ years of experience with content management and product management, including building products for small businesses. I am collaborative, fiercely creative and passionate about design, architecture and creative learning.
Owner and developer of www.artSparx.com. An Interior Lifestyles and Home Improvement web site. Ranked among Forbes Magazine 'Best of the Web".
Owner and operator of www.gildedplanet.com an on-line retailer for Gold leaf and related gilding supplies to professionals and consumers.
Author - Paint Effects for a Timeless Home.