Copper tooling

Copper Tooling is a fun and sophisticated project that requires relatively few materials. Here is a list of what you will need. -Copper Foil (or substitute) -Metal Tooling Kit (or ball point pens, popsicle sticks, wooden stylus, be creative!) -White Paper -Pencils -Liver of Sulfur or India Ink -Small cup -Paintbrush -Steel Wool Wrap a pre-cut piece of foil with plain white drawing paper to determine the size of your image. Unwrap the foil and set it aside. Carefully draw your image into the…

I've been making samples for a workshop I'll be teaching at the upcoming NAEA convention in Seattle, in March. The workshop is titled "Oh What a Relief - Fabulous Tooling Foil". So I've been posting pics of my samples in Facebook art teacher groups, and have gotten a lot of questions about technique. As a result, I'm diving into the world of videos, and have two (very low-tech but hopefully informative) videos to share with you! But first, here are some of the samples I've been sharing: I'm…

Metal embossed dragon on Copper,

Learn a new medium — embossing on metal foil tape — using minimal investment in tools and supplies. Create GORGEOUS metallic tiles with super cool grungy, antiqued look.

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Another project from last year.

Fox and Vine Copper Repousse Panel | The fox panel I made ne… | Flickr

Upcycle for a vintage two socket light fixture.

Copper foil is worked with dry embossing techniques and blending stumps to create the design. A patina is added with heat and black acrylic paint is added as an antique to bring out the design. The paper is painted with acrylic washes using various techniques. Each signature is wrapped with a black guard and the…

I decided to try my hand at copper tooling. I haven't done it since high school and that was a long time ago! I added a patina and sanded off the high spots to create a nice contrast and then sealed it will Renaissance wax. They are ACEO size which is 2.5" x 3.5"

It is difficult to make an ordinary folk painting, but just stop a moment and consider what it takes to make a copper embossed painting describing folk subjects. One such skilful artisan is Le Van Phu from Hanoi who has indulged in the craft for the last 30 years.

Andrea G... beautiful stamps!

Hand engraved, copper bracelet! #handmade #engraved #copper #bracelet #western #jewelry

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