Metal Staining Workshop
The intrinsic color of the metallic elements are limited, with the exception of the yellowish color of gold and the reddish color of copper, to shades of gray and their nuances. This color spectrum can be expanded by means of various coloring techniques, without drowning out the characteristic properties of the metallic surface as a result.
During the three-day course, various techniques for coloring metal will be presented and put into practice by means of simple experiments on sample panels. Techniques such as burnishing, black annealing, or tempering can transform the color of the metal particles lying on the surface by means of chemicals and/or thermal effects. Very diverse factors influence the result. Depending on the pretreatment and the character of the base metal, the composition of the staining solution, the application technique, and the reaction conditions, very different qualities can be achieved.
The course provides insights into the craft of coloring metal by means of practical attempts and theoretical input. It is oriented toward students and professions in the fields of conservation and restoration, design, architecture, and art. The number of participants is limited to ten individuals.