Introduction to Water Gilding Course At the studio of Sarah Pringle Early winter 2018 http://cinchonline.com/courses/workshops/ Water Gilding: Foundation Study, Introduction to Traditional Materials & Techniques Course Description: This is an introductory level course suitable for those interested in learning the basic skills needed to work with traditional water gilding methods. You will receive five days of hands-on instruction in the practice of traditional water gilding, with the emphasis on practical techniques for surface preparation and the handling of loose leaf for panel and/or furniture gilding. Materials, tools and equipment will be defined and their importance explained. Techniques in surface preparation using gesso and clay bole as the foundation for gilding will be taught step-by-step. Handling and applying gold and semi-precious leaf will be demonstrated so that you can become relaxed and confident when doing the application yourself. You will have the opportunity to prepare and gild a variety of panels and a mock up chair rail. Materials, supply and resource lists, recipes, a bibliography and supplemental material will be provided. You may choose to add an additional sixth day to this course, which would provide you with access to the studio and time with the instructor to continue working on or to complete course projects. Level: Beginner. Given the detail oriented nature of water gilding some experience in hand/eye skills with brushes and an appreciation for technique and process is helpful. Date: Late January or anytime in February ; Five (5) day course (additional sixth day optional) I’ve been asked by an interested prospective student to teach this introductory course. They have flexibility with when the course would happen. Those considering taking the course would have the opportunity to give input as to which week will be chosen. Class Size: 3 – 4 Instructor: Sarah Pringle Workshop Location: One Cottage Street, Fourth Floor #42, Easthampton, MA USA For further information about the course about please go to http://cinchonline.com/courses/workshops/ Teaching philosophy: I am excited to offer study opportunities of the techniques I practice to the emerging or established artisan. I present the information in a thorough and methodical way, providing an in-depth understanding of the traditional and non-traditional materials used, as well as why and how I have developed particular techniques with these materials. When I began learning water gilding and vellum work, very few people taught these techniques and of those few, even less shared authentic and comprehensive information about their approach. Most of what I've learned has been self-taught while executing client projects over the past 30 years. This practical knowledge came easily sometimes and at other times it involved hair-raising, epic mistakes. Today, I make an effort to teach the information I wish I would have had access to 30 years ago. I enjoy when a creative student is able to take the techniques I provide and apply them to their own unique pursuits. I welcome students of many backgrounds to foster a collaborative and experiential environment. If you're curious how the techniques I have to offer may fit in with your work please feel free to inquire about workshops or independent study. Artist Statement: As an applied artist, I’ve always been drawn to work with materials that contribute to the sensory quality one finds in real objects, hand-worked with technical acumen. In my work I have specialized in the use of vellum/parchment, leather and gilding on furniture and architectural surfaces. This professional practice has been the backbone of my studio work for over 25 years and has allowed me to study and develop many techniques on a variety of designs, each with their own particular challenges. I am now focusing on using my artisan skills to develop my own designs and sharing these techniques through teaching and writing. Sarah Pringle +1 413 230 7474 cinchonline.com ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
