Art with Resin: Design Unique Mirrors

Art with Resin: Design Unique Mirrors

“You have reached the end of the course, thank you very much for signing up. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. The techniques I've taught you throughout the course are just one way to get there, but you can experiment to achieve unique effects on your pieces, just remember to do it carefully. As a course project you will have to create a mirror using the techniques I showed you. Before I say goodbye, I would like to show you an example of how I would like to see your process and your project: First steps Define your project, rely on inspiration for a work or the image of your client. Choosing technique and color range. Don't get too complicated, remember that art has no margin for error and that inspiration is personal. In case you are based on an image for a client or a friend, make sure you get to know them with the basic questions.

The sketch Make your sketch with the shape of your mirror, color range and different versions so that you have a guide. The materials and the work space Prepare your workspace, your safety equipment and your complete materials. Remember that resin has a limited handling time and it's best to make sure you have what you need on hand to get it done within the right amount of time. The work of art Make your artistic intervention. Following step by step the preparation of resin with color as we saw before. Do not be afraid, feel confident when pouring the resin. The important thing is to enjoy the process. Use your heat gun if you so choose, and add gold dust and gold leaf to taste. The latest details Finally, after 24 hours, give it the last details with dry decoration with gold leaf and removing the tape. Show me your work! Share your project by clicking "Create your project". In addition to the photographs of each stage of the process, share a short text in which you talk about your experience in carrying it out. I will give you feedback as soon as possible. However, I ask you to be patient, as it may take a while for me to reply to you. While you wait, I invite you to exchange ideas and advice with the rest of your classmates. See you!”

Partial transcription of the video

“Final project You have completed all the lessons of the course and it's time for your final project. Thank you for allowing me to be your guide on this path of artistic resin. and I hope I have shared my passion and love for this art. You will be impatient to try different techniques and materials, so it's time to intervene your mirror with the technique that you liked the most. If you plan to make this art a venture, I recommend that you contemplate everything that your work implies, your time and your inputs to give value to your work. Remember that all these works are unique, unrepeatabl...”

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Course summary for: Art with Resin: Design Unique Mirrors

• Level: Beginner
• 93% positive reviews (68)
• 2345 students
• 4 units
• 13 lessons (1h 31m)
• 1 download

• Category

  Craft

• Areas

  Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Design, Product Design