Patina PROJECTS Course
What will I be doing in the Patina PROJECTS Course?
This course consists of 7 modules. In each module, you can make an object like an icon, clock face, mirror frame, etc. In this course, unlike in most other paint finish courses, instead of making a little sample board, you make an object while learning different techniques. Students love the fact that they have something to show for their efforts. This course will give you a good feel for the various paints and how to use them on different pieces. You will do a bit of basic woodwork which can prove to be handy if you need to up-cycle a piece. You will also learn how to make gesso for low-relief ornamentation and how to make ornaments for application to mirrors as well as moulds in which to reproduce ornaments. There is also a section on ageing mirror glass.
Which processes are used to create these decor objects?
With the help of step-by-step videos and instructions we will teach you how to make or prepare the structure of each object, how to apply the different homemade products and finally how to distress them to look authentically old.
THE COURSE
Module 1:
COLOUR WHEEL
In this module, you will learn the invaluable skill to assess colours and understand how they work when mixed together. You will also learn how to make your own carbon paper, wood stain, casein paint, water colours and sealers. All of which are applied on board to create a colour wheel, based on one from a 300-year-old book and of which the colours have degraded over time. Finally, we will show you how to distress and add extra patina to your colour wheel for it to look authentically old and faded like the original.
Module 2:
ICON
In this Module you will learn how to make wood stain and oil paints from natural products, using original old recipes. You will also learn to make a basic casein gesso and how to apply and prepare it for the transfer of the image. In the process of trying out these recipes and the techniques featured in our videos, you will incidentally be making an oil on board icon of Archangel Michael in the Byzantine style.
Module 3:
CLOCK FACE
In this module you will learn how to make wood stain and casein paint from natural products, using original old recipes, and learn how to apply these in order to get the desired end result. You will also learn how to transfer images and patterns onto a casein painted surface and finally, you will learn how to distress and treat this surface for it to look authentically old and chipped. While you are experimenting with all of this, you will be making a lovely clock face.
Module 4:
PLAQUE
In this Module, you will learn how to make tempera from natural products, using original old recipes and how to apply it using a grisaille method. You will also learn how to make a wooden cut-out from our template, using a jigsaw and how to prepare the surface for the tempera and the transferring of the provided image. Our videos and instructions will guide you and we will be there all the way with online support in order for you to finish your exercise while making a beautiful wall plaque.
Module 5:
DISPLAY CASE
In this module, you will learn how to up-cycle an old picture frame by applying some basic woodwork skills from our video. These skills will also prove to be valuable in the next exercise. You will also learn how to apply casein paint in order for it to look like tarnished dark grey metal. The result, a small metal looking display or specimen case.
Module 6:
ITALIAN STYLE FRAME
In this module, you will expand your woodworking skills a little further by making your own frame and creating low relief decorations on it. You will also learn how to make, apply and distress Gesso and red and gold tempera to look like antique gilding. There is also the added option of distressing modern mirror glass to resemble old tarnished mirror. The result here is a small Italian Style Frame with beautiful low relief decoration, finished in gold with a rich patina.
Module 7:
TRUMEAU STYLE MIRROR
In this module, you will expand your woodworking skills even further and learn how to produce moulds for reproducing decorative mouldings and how to age mirror glass. You will also learn how to apply and distress casein paint in such a way that it will have a flaky finish. At the end of this Module, you will be the proud owner of a beautiful over-mantle Trumeau style mirror like the one in this image.
Patina PROJECTS Course
PAYMENT PLANS
Make one payment of $150.
Make two payments of $82.
Make three payments of $60.
PRICING
Which course should I start with?
Can’t decide between doing the Patina FINISHES or the Patina PROJECTS Course? You can start with any one of the two. They can be done simultaneously or individually and in any order. If you need help based on your own personal needs and experience, please contact us on Live Chat so that we can help you make a decision.
Can I sign up for both at the same time?
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