Enameling with Professionals

Enameling with Professionals
Title Enameling with Professionals PDF eBook
Author Lilyan Bachrach
Publisher
Pages 207
Release 2002
Genre Decoration and ornament
ISBN 9780971925205

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Beginners course in enameling. A combination of a how-to-book, an art book and a text book.

The Art of Fine Enameling

The Art of Fine Enameling
Title The Art of Fine Enameling PDF eBook
Author Karen L. Cohen
Publisher Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Pages 168
Release 2004
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9781402713491

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Melting glass onto metal creates colorful, imaginative, and lustrous designs. “Cohen covers the traditional forms of enameling as well as some crossover techniques from other crafts such as raku firing and silkscreen application. Projects by several artists for small items illustrate specific techniques....Will be very useful in public library or academic crafts collections.”—Library Journal.

Enameling on Metal

Enameling on Metal
Title Enameling on Metal PDF eBook
Author Núria López-Ribalta
Publisher B.E.S. Publishing
Pages 0
Release 2010
Genre Art metal-work
ISBN 9780764162978

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(back cover) The ancient art of creating fired enamel on metal objects is enjoying renewed interest in today's arts and crafts world. This book explains the basic techniques clearly and precisely, combining text and illustrations to demonstrate several different metalworking processes. Following a brief, enlightening history of the art, the authors discuss the nature and characteristics of glass-based pigments, which are the special types of enamel required for application to metal. Subsequent chapters introduce readers to the materials and tools required for enameling on metal, the preparation processes, and the various working techniques that produce finished objects. The book's final section presents step-by-step instructions for crafting several different enameled metal art objects--all of which are the original creations of experienced metalwork artists. (front flap) Enameling on Metal The Art and Craft of Enameling on Metal Explained Clearly and Precisely Núria López-Ribalta and Eva Pascual i Miró Enameling on metal is an ancient and revered art form, and this book presents detailed instruction that is suitable for self-teaching as well as for use in formal arts and crafts classes. An opening chapter discusses and illustrates examples of enameled art objects created by medieval, renaissance, and modern artists. Chapters that follow describe tools and materials and present detailed instruction in mastering the various techniques required to produce finished work. Students are introduced to several different enameling methods, such as cloisonné and basse taille. A final section presents step-by-step instructions for a series of projects that students can carry out to produce several different enameled metal objects, which include jewelry, wall hangings, decorative boxes, vases, urns, and sculptures. (back flap) Núria López-Ribalta has her own enameling studio and regularly exhibits her drawings, paintings, and enamel work in international exhibitions. She has received numerous international awards for her enamel work, including the Diploma of the Municipality at the International Biennale in Vilnius, Lithuania and the Prize for Integration of Material in the Cloisonné Jewelry Contest in Japan. She also teaches and writes extensively on the subject of enameling on metal. Eva Pascual i Miró is an expert in antiques, and specializes in Catalan furniture and Catalan and medieval decorative arts. She has written extensively on these subjects, and has documented artworks and coordinated exhibitions at several museums and cultural institutions in Catalonia.

Enamelling on Precious Metals

Enamelling on Precious Metals
Title Enamelling on Precious Metals PDF eBook
Author Jeanne Werge-Hartley
Publisher Crowood Press (UK)
Pages 0
Release 2010
Genre Enamel and enameling
ISBN 9781847972057

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Written by an experienced enamel craftsperson, the book features stunning colour photography of her own work as well as that of many other enamellists, and will appeal to both practitioners and collectors alike.

Beginner's Guide to Enamelling

Beginner's Guide to Enamelling
Title Beginner's Guide to Enamelling PDF eBook
Author Dorothy Cockrell
Publisher Search Press Limited
Pages 35
Release 2014-09-24
Genre Art
ISBN 1781268649

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMANDDorothy Cockrell encourages readers to enjoy the delights of this exciting and gratifying craft. Offering easy step-by-step photographs and instructions, she guides the reader through all the different techniques, illustrating how beautiful and unusual effects can be achieved once the basic principles have been learnt. She discusses how to prepare the metal, choosing and mixing colours and firing methods. More advanced techniques are also included: stencilling, drawing on enamel, sgrafitto, using rubber stamps, working with gold and silver leaf, and more. You can make jewellery, decorate boxes, create pictures, embellish bowls and produce many unique designs. The vibrant colours and wonderful textures will make you want to experiment and develop your own projects. Packed with stimulating and innovative ideas, this book will appeal to beginners who want to start a fascinating new craft, and it will also inspire anyone interested in the art of enamelling.Previously published as ISBN 9781903975619

Enamelling

Enamelling
Title Enamelling PDF eBook
Author Ruth Ball
Publisher Herbert Press
Pages 0
Release 2018-09-18
Genre Art
ISBN 1912217457

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Enamelling - the fusion of glass on metal - provides opportunities for amazing effects, colours and styles of jewellery. In this book, Ruth Ball outlines each of the main enamel techniques in step-by-step detail and gives an insight into the variety of modern methods available for exploration. Contents include: the fundamental preparations, enamel characteristics and types; designing, constructing, firing and finishing enamel; cloissoné; engraving and etching; painted enamel; and various additional techniques, methods and effects. The gallery showcases work from over 30 international contemporary enamellists, and there is also a 'troubleshooting' section to help readers identify, remedy and repair any problems they may encounter along the way. This is an extremely practical, accessible and user-friendly handbook, packed with useful information, advice and clearly illustrated, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

Professional Goldsmithing:A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques

Professional Goldsmithing:A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques
Title Professional Goldsmithing:A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques PDF eBook
Author Alan Revere
Publisher Springer
Pages 248
Release 1991-06-06
Genre Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN

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"The book examines a series of practical goldsmithing projects, each of which has been successfully completed by student goldsmiths using its instructions ... The creation of rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, and clasps, the use of specialized tools, as well as hand positions, movements, and technical data are described in lucid text and demonstrated with an abundance of detailed color photos"--Cover.