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Kintsugi
- by Dev Team
Well done to amelia.jane.gilding for hosting her first ever Contemporary Kintsugi workshop!✨Thank you to Liz and Lisa for inviting me to host my First Contemporary Kintsugi workshop at cheshireclaystudio today!People bought along an amazing array of beautiful and cherished ceramics, some of which had been made at the Clay Studio, to be...
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Kintsugi
- by Dev Team
Kintsugi (金継ぎ) is a traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with lacquer dusted or mixed with powdered gold, silver, platinum or Gold Leaf✨Rather than disguising the damage, Kintsugi highlights the cracks and repairs as a unique part of the object's history, turning what...
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Gold Leaf Across the World - Sweden
- by Sam Wozniak
Gold Leaf in Sweden: A Shimmering Story of Art, Architecture, and Restoration In Sweden, gold leaf - known commonly as bladguld, has been used for centuries as a symbol of beauty, power, and spirituality. From monumental churches and royal palaces to intricate furniture and national art treasures, gilding (förgyllning) has played a...
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The Art of Kintsugi - Embracing Imperfection with Gold
- by Sam Wozniak
What is Kintsugi?Kintsugi is the centuries-old Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using lacquer mixed with precious metals, most notably gold. Rather than hiding cracks or imperfections, Kintsugi embraces them—highlighting the beauty in restoration and imperfection. This powerful philosophy aligns beautifully with the practice of gilding, especially when incorporating materials...
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The Army Museum (Musée de l’Armée) - Paris
- by Sam Wozniak
Located at the heart of the Hôtel National des Invalides, the Army Museum is one of the world's largest and most prestigious military history museums. Founded in 1905 through the merger of the Artillery Museum and the Army History Museum (established in 1896 by the company La Sabretache under painter Édouard...
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Rabbit Skin Glue: How and When to Use It
- by Amanda Cochrane
Using traditional materials in the crafts of gilding, restoration, and fine art is valuable in preserving authenticity and high-quality results in craftsmanship. Rabbit skin glue, a time-honoured adhesive, remains a staple for professionals seeking authenticity and quality in their work. In this guide, we'll delve into the effective use of...
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Poster Brushes: Choosing the Right Size and Hair Type for Your Project
- by Amanda Cochrane
Selecting the right poster brushes is crucial for achieving precision and quality in your signwriting and gilding projects. With our extensive range of poster brushes, including chisel, pointed, and one-stroke varieties, we aim to provide artists and craftsmen with the tools they need to bring their visions to life. Poster...
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Gold Leaf Across the World - Finland
- by Sam Wozniak
Gold Leaf in Finland: A Timeless Tradition of Gilding and Restoration In the quiet elegance of Finland’s architecture and art, there’s a shimmering detail that often goes unnoticed by the untrained eye — gold leaf (lehtikulta). Though not as immediately associated with opulence as some southern European countries, Finland has a deep,...
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