[Jewelry making - Article 01029] - Re: [Orchid] Use of Gold Leaf

[Noel Yovovich]

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    Many years ago, I was very interested in calligraphy, and I learned
    to gild initials. You build up the letter with gesso (traditionally,
    the gesso was colored red because the color shows through the gold
    slightly and makes it look richer) then burnish on the gold leaf.
    You have to hold your breath while transfering the gold with a tiny
    brush for fear of blowing it away. Not sure I remember right, but I
    think you breath on the dry gesso to make the gold stick. All very
    arcane, ancient-- and beautiful.Hand caligraphy has almost
    disappeared because of computers, but you can still see the
    occasional exhibit. Go, if you get a chance-- you'll be blown away. 

Noel
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