Gold Gilding on Glass
Finishing the Gild
A course by Tozer Signs , Multidisciplinary artist
About the video: Finishing the Gild
Overview
“In this final lesson on the gilding process, I’ll show you how to make the gild brighter, purer, and free of holes and back up the design.”
In this video lesson Tozer Signs addresses the topic: Finishing the Gild, which is part of the Domestika online course: Gold Gilding on Glass. Learn gold gilding on glass from scratch. Prepare glass, apply gold and create stunning designs..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we'll finish the guild by removing any imperfections and covering any holes. So we don't need much for this part, it's just called burnishing. The two things I like to use are another guilder's mop that hasn't been used for the actual guilding process, This is purely for burnishing off any excess leaf. Aside from that, i also like to use wool pads or cotton pads. Cotton wool balls are really handy too. First, i'll use the mop to remove any excess. So it's important to not use any brush, no matter what brush you're using. that has previously been used for paint or anything ver...”
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Course summary for: Gold Gilding on Glass
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Calligraphy & Typography, Craft -
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Arts & Crafts, DIY, Hand Lettering, Typography

Tozer Signs
A course by Tozer Signs
Tozer is a talented sign writer, gold leaf artist, and muralist based in Bristol, United Kingdom. With a passion for preserving traditional sign writing techniques and championing the beauty of handmade craftsmanship, Tozer has built a reputation for creating captivating and timeless sign artwork.
Throughout their career, Tozer has worked on numerous commissions, ranging from intricate car decals to impressive wall art. Her expertise has been recognized and featured in several magazines, and in 2021, Tozer was one of the five finalists for Modern Crafter at the UK Independent Awards.
Combining scientific precision and creative freedom, Tozer's art appeases both their perfectionist and imaginative sides. Her dedication to the craft and continuous learning shines through in her work, showcasing the skill, love, and magic she brings to every piece.
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