Gold Gilding on Glass

Learn gold gilding on glass from scratch. Prepare glass, apply gold and create stunning designs.

• Introduction to Tozer Signs
• The Basics of Signwriting and Gilding
• Preparing the Glass
• Gilding the Sign
• Taking the Work Further
• Final project

Embark on a captivating journey into the world of traditional sign writing and gold-leaf gilding on glass. Led by Tozer, a renowned sign writer, gold leaf artist, and muralist based in Bristol, United Kingdom, you'll have the opportunity to learn the time-honored techniques and skills behind these fascinating crafts.

Tozer's passion for preserving hard-earned techniques and championing tradition shines through in this course. Through a step-by-step approach, you'll explore the art of reverse water gilding on glass, both for lettering and illustration. You'll gain a brief historical perspective of the craft and discover tricks to find inspiration for your own designs.

With Tozer's guidance, you'll delve into the materials needed and essential safety measures to ensure a smooth and enjoyable creative process. From lining the design to painting the outline and background, you'll learn the meticulous process of creating stunning sign artwork. The course also covers the intricate process of gold leaf application, teaching you how to achieve a bright, pure finish without imperfections.