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Ecole d'Avignon in Avignon, Provence, France
Ecole d'Avignon, center for training for the rehabilitation of architectural heritage
Center of training for the rehabilitation of architectural heritage
Training  

 
 
Fiche pratique
(in French -
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Decorative painting courses:
Trompe l'oeil
Chinoiseries and Verdures
Draping
Faux marbre (marbling)
Faux bois (woodgraining)
Grotesques
Secrets of painted decoration
Faux sky painting
Fausse moulure (faux moldings)
Verdure
Decorative gilding
Painting with lime
Traditional decorative painting
Decorative gilding,
the golden square

Fascinating due to the precious nature of their materials, the techniques of metallic leaf find countless uses on decorative paintings or sculptures.

The goal of this course is an introduction to several different methods, such as gilding with leaf or powder, based on water or mordant, and patinas which give the work an authentic appearance.

A strong knowledge of the different levels of technical difficulty will help you choose the right solution to achieve the best results.
 
Program

The subtle art of gilding requires a solid knowledge of materials, tools, and different methods.

The study of written materials, the preparation of surfaces, the implementation of the techniques of gilding and metallic leaf, both flat and in relief, will allow you to create an individual panel with incised decorations, relief, decorations with gold leaf and powder under glass - sgraffito effects and colored varnish - finishes and aging patin.
 
Dates
02/23/2009 - 02/26/2009

Cost
520 euros
 
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