Diy gold leaf art

In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to use gold leaf in your artwork. I absolutely love gold and find that gold leaf is a fabulous medium to use to create a stunning, shimmering, and unique piece of artwork.

So you want to gold leaf… Fabric? Paper? Plastic? Not all gold leaf is the same and/or built for the same purpose. Different materials and different gold leafing techniques render VERY diff…

Hey ya'll! I just got back from Michigan on Tuesday (more on that later), and I was finally able to put the finishing touches on a little art project I've been working on. This isn't my first attempt at gold leaf art (you might remember this one or this one), but I really wanted to make a larger piece with some hints of pink and purple for the office. I know that in my last post I debuted this thrifty little dresser with a mirror over it, but the mirror actually goes in another part of the…

Ever thought about applying gold leaf to your DIY project? You so can! This stuff looks great on almost anything you put it on.

Want to glam up and upcycle your furniture on a budget? Learn how easy it is to do by using gold foil to gold leaf furniture.

Learn to expertly apply gold leaf for your acrylic and oil paintings with our comprehensive guide, working tips and free video tutorial!

There are lots of imitations out there, and some come close, but nothing beats the look of real gold paint. It adds a level of richness to any painting. It shines beautifully. It can be burnished for more shine. It is possible to buy ready made gold paint from art suppliers. I've never used it, but those who have used store-bought and home made gold paint say there is no comparison. It is not hard to make, either. Just tedious! This little photo essay explains the basics of making gold…