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1 Hour 42 Minutes
CPD UK & QLS
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Go beyond the canvas! Our Acrylic Painting with Gold Leaf course reveals the magic of incorporating gold leaf. Feel the luxurious texture, explore shimmering effects, and add a timeless elegance to your art.
What will you learn from this course?
- Understand the basics of gold leaf and its uses in art
- Learn how to create a gold leaf surface and apply leaf adhesive
- Master the techniques of leafing and burnishing for a flawless finish
- Explore the key concepts of acrylic painting on gold leaf, including colour theory and paint application techniques
- Discover special effects that can be achieved with paste and other materials when working with gold leaf
- Develop your artistic skills and creativity while experimenting with different approaches to painting on gold leaf.
Acrylic Painting with Gold Leaf Course
This course will teach you how to paint with acrylics and gold leaf. You’ll learn how to produce magnificent artwork with unique textures and glosses, from the fundamentals of gold leafing to advanced techniques. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to experiment and explore their own creative vision. The instructor will provide demonstrations, hands-on instruction, and feedback on individual projects, allowing students to progress at their own pace and develop their own unique artistic voice. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in acrylic painting with gold leaf and will have created their own unique paintings using these techniques.
- Learn the basics of acrylic painting and colour theory
- Develop skills in handling gold leaf and incorporating it into paintings
- Explore new techniques for creating texture and depth in paintings
- Receive personalised feedback and guidance from an experienced instructor
- Gain a solid foundation in acrylic painting with gold leaf
- Expand your artistic skills and creative expression
- Create unique paintings using your newfound skills and techniques.
- This course is best for beginners looking to learn the basics of acrylic painting and gold leaf application
- This course is open to anyone interested in acrylic painting and exploring new techniques
- This is an ideal course for experienced artists looking to expand their skills and creative expression
This course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines. You will, however, need a laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone and a reliable internet connection.
This course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon completing the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure.
- Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner can grasp from each section.
- In the assessment, the pass mark is 60%.
Creating a Gold Leaf Surface
- Welcome From Your Instructor
- Introduction to Gold Leaf
- All About Your Supplies
- Preparing Your Surface for Leafing
- Applying Leaf Adhesive
- Leafing and Burnishing
- Cleaning Excess Leaf
- Sealing the Leaf
Acrylic Painting on Gold Leaf
- Introduction to Acrylic Painting on Gold Leaf
- Key Concepts About Painting on Leaf
- Subtle Colored Glazes
- Intense Colored Glazes
- Translucent Layering
- Cool Technique Using Glass Bead Gel
- Opaque Paint Color
- Sanding Techniques on Leaf
- Special Effects With Pastes
- Finishing Varnish Topcoat
CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries.
CPD UK And Accredited Certificate Of Achievement
On successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to order your CPD UK accredited certificate of achievement to demonstrate your new skills. The CPD accredited PDF certificate of achievement can be obtained free of cost, which is included in the course. There is an additional fee to get a printed copy certificate which is £25.
Endorsed Certificate From Quality Licence Scheme
On successful completion of the course assessment, you will be eligible to order the QLS Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. This will provide you with a competitive edge in your career add extra value to your CV. You can also share this certificate with prospective employers and your professional network which will help you to drive a successful career in your chosen industry. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.
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Course info
Duration
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Tutor Support
Course Access
1 Hour 42 Minutes
CPD UK & QLS
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1 Year
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Genuine precious metal leaves, such as pure silver and gold leaf, are more expensive and delicate than other metal leaves (copper, fake gold, and variegated leaf).
Gold and silver leafing in painting are known as gilding. Gilding has been applied to an artwork since the 23rd century BC when Egyptians used gold foil leaves in tomb murals.
Gold leaf will offer an even more beautiful look that will endure longer than paint. Furthermore, while the initial cost may appear higher in comparison to cheaper "gold" paint works, the gold leaf will be less expensive in the long run due to its long lifespan and resistance to elements such as sunlight and water.
Gold leaf paint is typically made by mixing gold leaf flakes or powders with a binding agent, such as gum arabic or acrylic medium, to create a paste-like consistency. This mixture is then applied to a surface with a brush or other tool and left to dry, resulting in a shiny, metallic finish.
Yes, gold leaf paint is generally waterproof once it has fully dried and cured. However, it's important to note that prolonged exposure to water or other harsh elements may eventually cause the paint to deteriorate or lose its shine over time.
Yes, it is possible to apply gold leaf to a canvas surface. But keep in mind that gold leaf will adhere to every portion of the canvas where you put glue, so keep that in mind as you brush it on.
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Definitely, you can enrol for this self-paced online video training course. Once you purchase the course, you will receive your login details via email. As you will have lifetime access to the login portal, you can complete your course at your convenience.
Our online courses come with lifetime access with no time limit for completion. Each course is fully accessible from a tablet, mobile or laptop, with a secure internet connection.
Upon successfully completing the course, you can order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill.
After successfully passing the MCQ exam, you will be eligible to order the Photography Endorsed Certificate from the Quality Licence Scheme.
No prior knowledge is necessary for the course, making it ideal for beginners. However, a positive attitude toward learning is always a plus.