As I've gotten older I've lost my patience for intensive work like that. I used to be an animal sculptor doing highly detailed work. When I look at my old stuff now I can't believe I ever could do that. Losing that quality/ability is one of the worst things that has ever happened to me - a side effect of years of anti-depressants. So, I just admire the work of others now.
Gathering No Moss, I lost almost all my creative abilities due to antidepressants used off label. It's the worst detox you'll ever do. Very gradually ease off them over a 6 month period. I promise 6 months is rough enough. I've been robbed of 15 years of my life. My memory is coming back as well as brain function. Their advantages were not worth the price I paid. If you're giving up what you love maybe they are "depressants" Ask your dr if you still need them. I can even hold a camera steady again.
@@brrjohnson8131 Thanks. I haven't taken them for years but nothing returned to the way it was. My life is littered with projects started, in an attempt to kick-start my creative brain, but it never does. From someone who has filled hundreds of sketchbooks with ideas in my life to not even owning a pencil. At 62, I've accepted it.
I know this sounds dumb but, take some classes where you’re required to finish things, it’s a really good feeling to finish things I know, I’ve never taken antidepressants and I have always had a problem with finishing things. I think that it will make you feel better to just finish small things or things that you’ll be held accountable for. I’m not a trained professional yet but I’m going to school to be a psychologist/therapist so ya know I’m not all knowing but I hope you do take a class it’s really helpful when you’re like me and really bad about starting things but never finishing them
Dianaz Here As a full time metalsmith, I understand there are easier ways to doing a great of the work I do. The tools and equipment today, maybe easier work of ancient techniques. But as an artist, I usually prefer to do things with the older hand tools and not take the easier route. I agree that the first layer of this gold leafing technique resulted in a really beautiful textured look. But it wasn’t suited the the overall halo design the artist was aiming for. In art, easier isn’t always better. 🙏🏼😉
@@pbjsilverstudio4882 The store is up! members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
The store is up! members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
I do fluid art and apply gold leaf sometimes. The wax paper is a great idea! Being self taught on applying it, I struggled with applying by hand. Eventually I got better but this is a beautiful piece of art. Thank you!
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Very nice result! Not overpolished! I never breathe. I use a soft brush and plenty of plain vodka. If really lucky one gets avay with one layer of gold. ;)
The store is up! members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Now you can order prints, an online store is ready; members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Thank you! I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Beautiful. Didn't know about the breath technique so i learned something new. I would love to see more tutorials as i am about to start working with gold leaf and i am a bit scared. Subscribed!
Luiza B how reliable is this website. I have tried COUNTLESS times emailing them and calling them but they are not answering. At all. I went ahead and ordered but somehow i ordered 2 instead of one clay hole and now I don’t even know if Ill get refunded for one clay bole. Very disappointing. They are not responding to my emails.
@@utubewillyman Honestly, I don't know what size they used. I have a couple of very old mirrors done with leaf. It must be a regular size as used by sign makers, if you look at gold lettering on windows it is mirrorlike.
The glue used in bole is called "hide glue" and is based on proteins from hides that has been boiled and the dried and cut into pellets. Preparation with premixed red bole: Premixed bole is in a wet paste form composed of Armenian clay and water. It must be blended with rabbit skin glue for use as follows: - Soak 10 grams of rabbit skin glue in 200 ml of water overnight. - Heat the mixture in a double boiler. - Gradually add the bole into the glue mixture in a ratio of 1 volume of paste to 1 volume of glue mixture. - Stir it well and let settle overnight.
Wrong information. Correct information : Water to glue ratio -> 1/10 = 10 grm to "100" ml water ( distiled, preferebly, because tap water can contain particles of iron and other substances ) - let it set over night - boil the mixture but never passing above 60°C, or it will destroy the molecular bonding ( an will make it unnefective ). - mix 1 part of the "warmed" glue solution with 2 of the bole ( clay ) - aply warm - let it dry, preferebly 24 hours to be perfect Important : the burnish of the gold is made "after" the gold is aplied, because what is actually happening is the moldind of the clay itself by the rubbing of the stone, the gold leaf ( with just a few microns ) is only molding itself with the clay. Burnishing can only be done at least 4/5 hours after the gold leaf is applied and can't be done the day after or much time after. The gold leaf as to be apllied by soaking the clay with a solution of glue and the water ( 1/9 is enough ), with a few drops of lemon and a few of alcool ( not super necessary but it is better ). Gold leaf must be applied quickly after the solution.
@@eclipsesolar8345 Thank you, thank you for your excellent knowledge/advice of applying gold leaf ! I once started a gold leaf business that failed, partly because of not knowing this information. I lost money & confidence in my work & dropped my business. It was painful & disappointing but still in my heart is a desire to gold leaf again, this time with the knowledge that was missing.... Southampton UK
@@mydemon Gold leaf is very, very thin - only about 2 microns thick. If you lay gold leaf on the white, gesso, background it will look grey, so the bole is there to provide a warm, dark, colour against which the gold will show up. The bole also acts like a "couch", or a pad, for the gold to lie on - gesso is a very hard surface and would make burnishing a gold layer almost impossible. There are different colours of bole, I've discovered, but the most common are Armenian red bole and also a yellow bole.
@@johnlarkin9594 thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
don't be art snobs people! it is a genuine question from someone who may not be an iconpgrapher..stop your snobbery.. this is the sort of nonsense egoism I couldn't stand as an art major..they are no different than academia snobs
Ive been a water gilder for over 5 years working in a framing company, your technique is very strange to me. Your burnishing off so much gold, you seem to be undoing so much work with repeated processes, why are you using your breathe to activate the glue, instead of mixing a dilute size mix and applying with a brush? it must take hours for that thick layer of bole to dry in a single application? those questions are kinda negative, sorry about that. I'm really impressed with how well the wax paper hold the leaf compared to a typical gilders brush, why do you choose that over transfer leaf?
indeed this technique is not suitable for frames. It works best on flat surfaces. It has the advantage that you don't have to deal with loose gold. for some people (like me) :-) having the leaf attached to wax paper for precise application is less stressful than using the suede pad, staticky brush and a leaf that can blow away or curl up with any air current or bit of static. It's really just a matter of preference.
@@oaktharas The tool looks like a piece of polished agate stone - find it at any gem show or rock hound place. Use anything to burnish that is very smooth and hard as this is delicate gold. You don't want wood which will grab the gold with its texture.
@@luizab221 Wax paper is a novel idea and one I will use, thanks! However, why you applied 3 very expensive coats of gold leaf, while rubbing most of it off, is still a mystery. As is the breath thing. I don't see how the gold will stick to the clay once it is burnished. Its not sticky. So won't the gold come off? I would use glue under the gold leaf. Also wish you had shown the final varnish coat.
It’s the whole process , shouldn’t be rushed. Should be contemplative in prayer and being one with the most High 🥲🙏🏻🙏🏻 beautiful ! I’m just trying my first icons xx
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thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Fascinating. This is the first time I have seen 3 layers. Ii knew gold would adhere to the red clay but I had no idea gold would adhere to gold. Beautiful work
Questions! 1) How does the gold leaf stay adhered when all that holds it is a bit of moist breath? 2) Water gilding vs sizing gilding - what's the difference in appearance and longevity? (Sizing seems to be fine with only one layer of leaf, too, in other icon videos I've seen.)
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What a beautiful way to connect with the work! I don't know anything about this technique, but I appreciate the beauty of connection and care that you've demonstrated here.
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So much work and dedication! The result is absolutely stunning! I've had a go at it myself but had no idea what I was doing... Red Bole just painted on and using white gloves I then put only 1 later of gold leaf. I kinda liked the crackle red but if only I'd known all your tricks especially the wax paper! Thank you for sharing your craft.
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This looks so satisfying to install. I actually liked it with just the single layer on. The distressed look it had with the red base coat looked great I think. Anyways very nice job
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I have been gold leafing trays taught by my mother. We must be clean and draft free to handle leaf. But the results on an intricate tray using an adhesive and a flat wide brush to lift the leaf is best for our work.sealing with a non yellowing coating, varnish,is the last process. Oh , many coats and lightly steel wool inbetween..
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Coucou, c'est sublime,. J'ai appris à poser le a feuille d'or pour des icônes que je realisais il y a 15 ans. C'est génial à travailler même si c'est assez complexe au début. Merci bcp
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It depresses me how rude, angry and riled-up some people can get whilst watching a video of an artist doing quality work. If you don't appreciate quality art then why, a) bother watching and b) bother commenting? Try to develop a little humanity guys and chill those negative vibes. You'll damage your health! This workmanship is beautiful to watch and to see, in my humble opinion. :)
thanks for the upload. although i've been painting icons for years, i have never used real gold (only slagmetal...) i'm always afraid of wasting/ ruining the gold leaf. thanks for showing us the process - very inspirational.
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Wonderful to watch. Thank you for sharing some of your craftsmanship skills and work. May i ask you what kind of medium is the white ground you layering the gold and colours of the painting later on. I would be happy about an answer from you. Thanks and greetings Denis
Luiza, I love your videos. Thanks so much for the great information! Can you tell me where I can purchase the agate stone you use. I have tried several types, but I really like that your's has a flat and rounded edge. Thanks!
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can this be done on glass? I make hollow glass sculptures and would love to be able to put gold leaf on my work, theres paint on enamels but I love how gold leaf looks
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I am not 100 % shure ,but I remember they say you not must to touch the agate stone with the hand. ...not to catch moisture or fat from human skin. That's why the agate stone designed for gilding has an handle !!!!
Not true. It just needs to be clean. When you use it . And yes this is why when using it you should have it on a handle . You are right in that. And well another mistake here is that she is wiping the gold with a cloth. The cloth is too hard on the gold.
Stelios Kapet .....are you greek ? Greeks are /used to be very good in bizantine stile of painting ...gilding....sculpture. ...arhitecture. ...and so on. .....
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You are amazing, and is the gold leaf, real gold or is it imitation gold? Does this method work for both? Can the clay bole be used on a canvas vs a wooden canvas? I LOVE this video! I am so intrigued to learn a new technique to add to my art. Thank you for posting this.
I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
awesome! How about a sealant? What's next? Thank you! Same thing for gold leaf on metal? I only read about 30 comments, I can't believe no one asked about a sealant. How does the beautiful gold stay protected? Thank you again.
I am in the process of adding a video on varnishing, but many sealants can be used with this technique. I use linseed oil because it doesn't add extra gloss, but shellac, polyurethane, and many others will work as well. This technique is not suitable for gilding on a metal surface.
I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
@@101mosioatunya thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
There is a sacredness in painting Icons. One does not just paint these works of art.... this is a spiritual act. The subject is a religious one. It's, also giving of oneself and connecting yourself to the Divine. The whole thought process and emotions, give way, to it becoming 'a prayer'....Prayer takes over the work, emotions are put to sleep. The breathe on the paint, is sublime. One must understand what a halo represents, and the use of gold on a halo. In these particular paintings, a halo represents the death of the person, the way they died and for whom they died. They have been given with authority, to be called saints.They died for Christ. Gold being the most precious metal on earth. It was presented to Christ as one of the three gifts, by the three wise men. Gold represents Christ's Kingship. Christ, earned his kingship by dying to save us, as did these men in these icons. They died for love to Christ, they proved themselves. Martyred! Hence, gold and halo. See the amount of labour put into this piece.
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How many sheets of gold did you end up using? I'm trying to figure out how many gold sheets I need to cover 78 tarot sized cards full (3.5" x 5.5"). Do you have a video for how to make red bole and substitutions for rabbit skin glue? Any other options for burnishing aside from using agate stone? For transferring gold leaf, does parchment paper work as well or does it have to be wax paper? What varnish did you use? Impressed with your quality of workmanship. I apply the same care into my own paintings. Beginner on applying gold leaf. Researching in depth first before applying my genuine 24k gold leaf. Where did you buy your gold leaf? Is it genuine 24k?
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
loved the shot where the clay mixture reflected the sky
cool!
Yeah me to!
As I've gotten older I've lost my patience for intensive work like that. I used to be an animal sculptor doing highly detailed work. When I look at my old stuff now I can't believe I ever could do that. Losing that quality/ability is one of the worst things that has ever happened to me - a side effect of years of anti-depressants. So, I just admire the work of others now.
Gathering No Moss, I lost almost all my creative abilities due to antidepressants used off label. It's the worst detox you'll ever do. Very gradually ease off them over a 6 month period. I promise 6 months is rough enough. I've been robbed of 15 years of my life. My memory is coming back as well as brain function. Their advantages were not worth the price I paid. If you're giving up what you love maybe they are "depressants" Ask your dr if you still need them. I can even hold a camera steady again.
@@brrjohnson8131 Thanks. I haven't taken them for years but nothing returned to the way it was. My life is littered with projects started, in an attempt to kick-start my creative brain, but it never does. From someone who has filled hundreds of sketchbooks with ideas in my life to not even owning a pencil. At 62, I've accepted it.
I know this sounds dumb but, take some classes where you’re required to finish things, it’s a really good feeling to finish things I know, I’ve never taken antidepressants and I have always had a problem with finishing things. I think that it will make you feel better to just finish small things or things that you’ll be held accountable for. I’m not a trained professional yet but I’m going to school to be a psychologist/therapist so ya know I’m not all knowing but I hope you do take a class it’s really helpful when you’re like me and really bad about starting things but never finishing them
Gathering No Moss never ever to late to find art! Maybe trying new media could help. I hope you’ll find you creativity back!
I hope you get it back. I went 2 years without doing anything art related. It sucks.
I really liked the texture only the first layer gave. Could be very beautiful for a modern abstract painting!
I loved it too! It was beautiful.
yeah i didnt understand the need for a 2nd layer... or more
i mean, there r easier ways to get the finished affect of this product
Dianaz Here As a full time metalsmith, I understand there are easier ways to doing a great of the work I do. The tools and equipment today, maybe easier work of ancient techniques. But as an artist, I usually prefer to do things with the older hand tools and not take the easier route. I agree that the first layer of this gold leafing technique resulted in a really beautiful textured look. But it wasn’t suited the the overall halo design the artist was aiming for. In art, easier isn’t always better. 🙏🏼😉
@@pbjsilverstudio4882 The store is up! members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
Okay so the red bole looked really neat on its own actually
I love every step in the process
What an ingenious use of wax paper. Lovely video!
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
For once, I'm glad youtube recommended something! Nice upload!
Well that's relative
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It was such a pleasure to be able to watch such beautiful art with so many time and effort invested in it !!
thanks
I do fluid art and apply gold leaf sometimes. The wax paper is a great idea! Being self taught on applying it, I struggled with applying by hand. Eventually I got better but this is a beautiful piece of art. Thank you!
thank you; I've opened an online store: members.rpacgallery.com/byzantine-icons You can order printed reproductions of the finished icons in any size on paper, canvas or (recommended) aluminum plate. I've ordered some samples and they look gorgeous.
I think this is some of the best gold leaf work ive seen it really looks solid and polished truly beautiful work
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This is the best you have seen, Oh dear, What a shame, Never mind.
Not really sure why I'm here or what this is, but it's mesmerizing
I love that at the end you can't see the outline of the goldleaf squares! I didn't know that was possible, wonderful techinique
Very nice result! Not overpolished!
I never breathe. I use a soft brush and plenty of plain vodka. If really lucky one gets avay with one layer of gold. ;)
one of the best videos I saw on TH-cam.. amazing art!!! congratulations!!!
thank you!
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What a gorgeous gold leaf process. Thank you for this video
Interesting technique that I have not come upon before,thank you very much for sharing.Peace be with you.
I love icons and it is so cool to see how they are made!
thanks!
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i love it...can't resist thinking. is a magnificent toilet seat!..kidding...lol
Just beautiful!!! Music suits your excellent craftsmanship. Thank you!
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Beautiful. Didn't know about the breath technique so i learned something new. I would love to see more tutorials as i am about to start working with gold leaf and i am a bit scared. Subscribed!
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Luiza B how reliable is this website. I have tried COUNTLESS times emailing them and calling them but they are not answering. At all. I went ahead and ordered but somehow i ordered 2 instead of one clay hole and now I don’t even know if Ill get refunded for one clay bole. Very disappointing. They are not responding to my emails.
@@JustAbe1020 hope it worked out! I've never had issues with them.
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Very very hard work hats off too you have very patients to do this ,BEAUTIFUL
7:06 Wow, I've played with metal leaf before, but I did not know a reflective finish like that was possible! Thanks!
you can make a mirror with silver leaf
@@Automedon2 Gotta improve my technique, thanks! Would you use size, or this water vapor method?
@@utubewillyman Honestly, I don't know what size they used. I have a couple of very old mirrors done with leaf. It must be a regular size as used by sign makers, if you look at gold lettering on windows it is mirrorlike.
@@Automedon2 Thanks for the info!
@@utubewillyman pandorapigments.com/products.php?cid=64&pid=781
this is the bole for this technique. It is pre-mixed, so just use it straight.
The glue used in bole is called "hide glue" and is based on proteins from hides that has been boiled and the dried and cut into pellets. Preparation with premixed red bole:
Premixed bole is in a wet paste form composed of Armenian clay and water. It must be blended with rabbit skin glue for use as follows:
- Soak 10 grams of rabbit skin glue in 200 ml of water overnight.
- Heat the mixture in a double boiler.
- Gradually add the bole into the glue mixture in a ratio of 1 volume of paste to 1 volume of glue mixture.
- Stir it well and let settle overnight.
Wrong information.
Correct information :
Water to glue ratio -> 1/10 = 10 grm to "100" ml water ( distiled, preferebly, because tap water can contain particles of iron and other substances ) - let it set over night
- boil the mixture but never passing above 60°C, or it will destroy the molecular bonding ( an will make it unnefective ).
- mix 1 part of the "warmed" glue solution with 2 of the bole ( clay )
- aply warm
- let it dry, preferebly 24 hours to be perfect
Important : the burnish of the gold is made "after" the gold is aplied, because what is actually happening is the moldind of the clay itself by the rubbing of the stone, the gold leaf ( with just a few microns ) is only molding itself with the clay. Burnishing can only be done at least 4/5 hours after the gold leaf is applied and can't be done the day after or much time after.
The gold leaf as to be apllied by soaking the clay with a solution of glue and the water ( 1/9 is enough ), with a few drops of lemon and a few of alcool ( not super necessary but it is better ). Gold leaf must be applied quickly after the solution.
@@eclipsesolar8345 Thank you, thank you for your excellent knowledge/advice of applying gold leaf ! I once started a gold leaf business that failed, partly because of not knowing this information. I lost money & confidence in my work & dropped my business. It was painful & disappointing but still in my heart is a desire to gold leaf again, this time with the knowledge that was missing....
Southampton UK
Whats the purpose of the bole?
@@mydemon Gold leaf is very, very thin - only about 2 microns thick. If you lay gold leaf on the white, gesso, background it will look grey, so the bole is there to provide a warm, dark, colour against which the gold will show up. The bole also acts like a "couch", or a pad, for the gold to lie on - gesso is a very hard surface and would make burnishing a gold layer almost impossible. There are different colours of bole, I've discovered, but the most common are Armenian red bole and also a yellow bole.
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The crease at the top is really frustrating me. Why couldn’t the entire halo be inside the frame?
Either way, very nice work!
Nooooo cant unsee
to make things more interesting
It reminds us of the connection between heaven and earth.
don't be art snobs people! it is a genuine question from someone who may not be an iconpgrapher..stop your snobbery.. this is the sort of nonsense egoism I couldn't stand as an art major..they are no different than academia snobs
In gothic period pices of paintings were made to continue on frame of painting, it goves it a little more plastic feeling.
我是做烫金设备的工厂看了你的视频很震撼，重新对这个工艺有了新的思考，很感谢
Ive been a water gilder for over 5 years working in a framing company, your technique is very strange to me. Your burnishing off so much gold, you seem to be undoing so much work with repeated processes, why are you using your breathe to activate the glue, instead of mixing a dilute size mix and applying with a brush? it must take hours for that thick layer of bole to dry in a single application?
those questions are kinda negative, sorry about that. I'm really impressed with how well the wax paper hold the leaf compared to a typical gilders brush, why do you choose that over transfer leaf?
I wonder if it is for durability, or maybe simply tradition. I know icons must follow certain traditions
indeed this technique is not suitable for frames. It works best on flat surfaces. It has the advantage that you don't have to deal with loose gold. for some people (like me) :-) having the leaf attached to wax paper for precise application is less stressful than using the suede pad, staticky brush and a leaf that can blow away or curl up with any air current or bit of static. It's really just a matter of preference.
What tool do you use to burnish？
@@oaktharas The tool looks like a piece of polished agate stone - find it at any gem show or rock hound place. Use anything to burnish that is very smooth and hard as this is delicate gold. You don't want wood which will grab the gold with its texture.
@@luizab221 Wax paper is a novel idea and one I will use, thanks! However, why you applied 3 very expensive coats of gold leaf, while rubbing most of it off, is still a mystery. As is the breath thing. I don't see how the gold will stick to the clay once it is burnished. Its not sticky. So won't the gold come off? I would use glue under the gold leaf. Also wish you had shown the final varnish coat.
It’s the whole process , shouldn’t be rushed. Should be contemplative in prayer and being one with the most High 🥲🙏🏻🙏🏻 beautiful ! I’m just trying my first icons xx
How did they turned out?
What a skill.. Thanks for the knowledge ❤❤ from Syria
Felicitaciones! Qué bello trabajo! Digno de honrar a Dios. El Señor bendiga tus manos y el soplo del Espíritu siga dándote su aliento!
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Beautiful, patient work. I haven't seen this technique before.
thanks!
From :47 to :55 I enjoy seeing the sky reflected in the liquid bole. So lovely is this process,. Thank you for sharing.❤️
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Fascinating. This is the first time I have seen 3 layers. Ii knew gold would adhere to the red clay but I had no idea gold would adhere to gold. Beautiful work
Очень большой расход золота
Questions!
1) How does the gold leaf stay adhered when all that holds it is a bit of moist breath?
2) Water gilding vs sizing gilding - what's the difference in appearance and longevity? (Sizing seems to be fine with only one layer of leaf, too, in other icon videos I've seen.)
You do beautiful work - thanks for sharing
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What a beautiful way to connect with the work! I don't know anything about this technique, but I appreciate the beauty of connection and care that you've demonstrated here.
thanks
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Legit clicked on this thinking the title said WATER GLIDING.
Smh these youtube algorithms fml
Same here
Buza Same
Same
It DOES look like she is licking it, though... Is that still "water" gilding? ;) I was expecting some gelatin....
There is water in breath.
absolutlly fantastic
thanks!
@@luizab221 you did the beautflull work
instead of burnishing the last coat polish it with super soft cotton ball than clear coat.no scratches and fantastic reflective.
cool, whatever works!
So much work and dedication! The result is absolutely stunning! I've had a go at it myself but had no idea what I was doing... Red Bole just painted on and using white gloves I then put only 1 later of gold leaf. I kinda liked the crackle red but if only I'd known all your tricks especially the wax paper! Thank you for sharing your craft.
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this is the bole I used
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Love the use of natural materials like the clay and stone
This looks so satisfying to install. I actually liked it with just the single layer on. The distressed look it had with the red base coat looked great I think. Anyways very nice job
Exactly what I was thinking, much nicer like that!
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Luiza, your work is beautiful. Thank you 😍
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I have been gold leafing trays taught by my mother. We must be clean and draft free to handle leaf. But the results on an intricate tray using an adhesive and a flat wide brush to lift the leaf is best for our work.sealing with a non yellowing coating, varnish,is the last process. Oh , many coats and lightly steel wool inbetween..
Wow I absolutely love that and it's so personal and beautiful
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Thank you for sharing! Your work is beautiful and your process is amazing to watch.
thanks for supporting!
great now i can make that gold silhouette of myself ive been wanting
Thank you so much. I appreciate your video very much. Such beautiful work.
I don’t know what’s going on here but I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. Seems extremely tedious, but the result is very nice!
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you're amazing.Just impeccable work
Coucou, c'est sublime,. J'ai appris à poser le a feuille d'or pour des icônes que je realisais il y a 15 ans. C'est génial à travailler même si c'est assez complexe au début. Merci bcp
Wow amazing! Shines like pure gold. Thank you for sharing!
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It is pure 24k gold leaf used ;)
It depresses me how rude, angry and riled-up some people can get whilst watching a video of an artist doing quality work. If you don't appreciate quality art then why, a) bother watching and b) bother commenting? Try to develop a little humanity guys and chill those negative vibes. You'll damage your health! This workmanship is beautiful to watch and to see, in my humble opinion. :)
thanks!
@@luizab221 You're welcome! x
“Then, scream at the bole until it sweats in anxiety.”
Can you give us the recipe for that beautiful red clay layer? It’s lovely
Ŕealmente 💚 hermoso...!
thanks for the upload. although i've been painting icons for years, i have never used real gold (only slagmetal...) i'm always afraid of wasting/ ruining the gold leaf. thanks for showing us the process - very inspirational.
One gold leaf sheet = $1.25; start small and work your way up!
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Луиза, это рукотворно и прекрасно. Большое спасибо!
Using wax paper is a new one for me, seems to work well.
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Wonderful to watch. Thank you for sharing some of your craftsmanship skills and work.
May i ask you what kind of medium is the white ground you layering the gold and colours of the painting later on.
I would be happy about an answer from you.
Thanks and greetings
Denis
This is so satisfying
Fantastic!!!! was there ever an adhesive / size at any stage for the gold to adhere to? Thanks
Luiza, I love your videos. Thanks so much for the great information! Can you tell me where I can purchase the agate stone you use. I have tried several types, but I really like that your's has a flat and rounded edge. Thanks!
Just Gem stores online or in your neighborhood. I purchased it in a stor down the block.
@@luizab221 Thanks, there's a crystal and rock store in my area I'll give them a try. Thanks!
Interesting, never seen it done like that. Good lesson.
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can this be done on glass? I make hollow glass sculptures and would love to be able to put gold leaf on my work, theres paint on enamels but I love how gold leaf looks
Absolutely gorgeous!
I love Icons!!!🥰❤❤❤😁🌷🌺⚘
Very creative...I want to learn that also..thank you for sharing..
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I am not 100 % shure ,but I remember they say you not must to touch the agate stone with the hand. ...not to catch moisture or fat from human skin. That's why the agate stone designed for gilding has an handle !!!!
Not true. It just needs to be clean. When you use it . And yes this is why when using it you should have it on a handle . You are right in that. And well another mistake here is that she is wiping the gold with a cloth. The cloth is too hard on the gold.
Romulus Buta Thank you for the insight! Very helpful!
Stelios Kapet .....are you greek ? Greeks are /used to be very good in bizantine stile of painting ...gilding....sculpture. ...arhitecture. ...and so on. .....
@@romulusbuta9318 yes indeed I'm Greek
Stelios Kapet ....are you a ikons painter or a gilder ? Becouse you know precise details about this 🎨👑 craft ....
Que lindo..Parabéns...sucesso.Se for possível,quais as ferramentas e materiais que vc.utilizou para realizar este trabalho?
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SOOOOOOOO fricking cool! Beautiful.
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You are amazing, and is the gold leaf, real gold or is it imitation gold? Does this method work for both? Can the clay bole be used on a canvas vs a wooden canvas? I LOVE this video! I am so intrigued to learn a new technique to add to my art. Thank you for posting this.
This is amazing ❤ what is the surface? Is it gesso on board?
It's a great tip to lift the gold with waxed paper instead of a gilder's tip. I must remember that when I start my next gild :-)
keep in mind that the wax paper will only work with a minimal amount of moisture on the bole. It will also work with synthetic size
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Amazing work
thanks
Foarte util... Trebuie avuta în considerare o anumita temperatura și umiditate în camera? Multumesc
Hello, thank you for sharing, I admire your work! Question about this technique, Can be used on paper?
Wow. Gorgeous and awesome to watch
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BRILLANT!😉
The wax paper use is a trick I'll certainly use😊
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Gracias por compartir el proceso. Saludos!
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3 Layers?! Beautiful. I learned a lot.
Sometimes you can get away with just 2
@@luizab221 Getting away with it, very apt.
Beautiful!! Thank you for sharing
congratulations. God bless~
Incredible this is somthing I’d like to get into, is your cloth a particular type ? Like lint free ?
Ohh.. Thank You for video!! Hardly, long and wonderful work!! Thank you so much!
thanks!
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Beautiful
thanks!
How many layers of bole do you apply? I was taught 3-5? Liked the gold work.
Fascinating..
Beautiful work but I would actually use only one layer. I loved the "antique" effect of it.
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awesome! How about a sealant? What's next? Thank you! Same thing for gold leaf on metal? I only read about 30 comments, I can't believe no one asked about a sealant. How does the beautiful gold stay protected? Thank you again.
I am in the process of adding a video on varnishing, but many sealants can be used with this technique. I use linseed oil because it doesn't add extra gloss, but shellac, polyurethane, and many others will work as well. This technique is not suitable for gilding on a metal surface.
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man this is hardwork.
Hard work but, oh so satisfying! :-)
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I've known American iconographer Bob Andrews for 50 years. I was friends with his kid in school
So beautiful
thanks!
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Lindo trabajo, es suficiente el aliento para pegar las tres capas de oro? No se saldrá luego?
the burnishing process pushes the binder through the layers of gold ensuring they stay put
@@luizab221 muchas gracias por responder, un saludo desde Napoli 🌺🏵️🌸
Amazing job👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
There is a sacredness in painting Icons. One does not just paint these works of art.... this is a spiritual act. The subject is a religious one. It's, also giving of oneself and connecting yourself to the Divine.
The whole thought process and emotions, give way, to it becoming 'a prayer'....Prayer takes over the work, emotions are put to sleep.
The breathe on the paint, is sublime. One must understand what a halo represents, and the use of gold on a halo. In these particular paintings, a halo represents the death of the person, the way they died and for whom they died. They have been given with authority, to be called saints.They died for Christ.
Gold being the most precious metal on earth. It was presented to Christ as one of the three gifts, by the three wise men.
Gold represents Christ's Kingship. Christ, earned his kingship by dying to save us, as did these men in these icons. They died for love to Christ, they proved themselves. Martyred!
Hence, gold and halo. See the amount of labour put into this piece.
Good work....
thanks!
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How many sheets of gold did you end up using? I'm trying to figure out how many gold sheets I need to cover 78 tarot sized cards full (3.5" x 5.5").
Do you have a video for how to make red bole and substitutions for rabbit skin glue? Any other options for burnishing aside from using agate stone? For transferring gold leaf, does parchment paper work as well or does it have to be wax paper?
What varnish did you use?
Impressed with your quality of workmanship. I apply the same care into my own paintings. Beginner on applying gold leaf. Researching in depth first before applying my genuine 24k gold leaf.
Where did you buy your gold leaf? Is it genuine 24k?
Gracias ❤🎉
I scrolled to try to find out what ‘Burnish’ means and is that a type of stone you used to ‘burnish’??
Beautiful work by the way
Wow so beautiful thx
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Beautiful. You've done the past proud. ❤
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I love it
So smooth, im enjoy
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