ACBA Pilot Continuing Education Programs
The American College of the Building Arts' is developing continuing education programs with the goal of goal of raising awareness of the importance of the building arts by involving the community at large. This program includes classes, workshops, and lectures for people who have an interest in the building arts.
In Fall 2011, ACBA is offering a pilot prgram in Oil Gilding.
Oil Gilding, Fall 2011
The focus of this course is on traditional gilding techniques. You will become familiar with one of the oldest crafts in the world, originating 4,500 years ago in ancient Egypt, where it is still practiced today. Through presentations, demonstrations and hands-on practicum the participants will develop understanding of basic gilding skills. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of oil gilding. You will work all aspects of the process from bare wood to the finished product, including special techniques for finishing and aging. This course will also offer an orientation in the history of gilding.
Topics included in this class are: a historical overview of traditional gilding materials, techniques and tools; surface preparation and the application of glue, gesso, bole and size; re-cutting; oil gilding and water gilding; application of gold, silver and metal leaf; burnishing; matte and gloss finishes; clay mixes and advanced leafing techniques; toning and aging and sealing.
The course will meet 3 consecutive days:
September 25th from 10am – 5pm
Professor William Bates and Gilder Angela Caban
Cost: $150
(all materials included!)
1 Credit Hour: OGDD101
For more information please call 843.577.5245.
