Holly Gage
Repoussé Effects in Metal Clay
In this 2-day class, learn the secrets of transforming original photos or drawings into highly detailed, low relief images, which look similar in style to traditional Repoussé. Discover how to wet-work a reverse polymer mold of your image; manipulate silver metal clay and use tools to create different hand-wrought textural effects; and to carve details for the finishing touch.
The Repoussé effect is only achieved by this technique and is different from photopolymer plates. The results are unique and original, beautifully echoing the hand of the artist.
Students should bring: Bring 3 - 4 “original” drawings or photographs to choose and together we can pick the best for the project. Anything that inspires you is fair game . The photos or drawings will be reduced in size with a photo copier if needed. So a 3 x 5 picture/photo would be fine. I will teach the students how to frame and focus the viewers attention as part of the lesson.
Materials needed: PMC3 25g, sandpaper, polishing papers & polishing cloth. Additional materials list will be sent upon registration.
Dates: October 27-28 & October 29-30, 2011
Cost: $195
Contact: katieskreations@yahoo.com for registration information
