QUICK AND easy copper & Brass Patinas

Date:  Saturday, October 18

Time:  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost:  $75 Tinkermill or BoMA members (2014 dues-paid members) 
           OR
           $95 for non-members

Location:  Tinkermill, 1640 Delaware Pl, Longmont

Materials fee: $20

CLASS DESCRIPTION
Students will explore a variety of hot and cold patinas that can quickly and drastically change the color of copper and copper alloys (such as brass and bronze).  Students will create eleven samples on plain and patterned metal. All formulae will be provided and students will be encouraged to take some of the finished patina chemicals home to continue their experimentation. These patinas are created with readily available chemicals … some of them found in your kitchen!

These patinas work great on everything from small jewelry to large sculptures.  They can be used to quickly and easily antique copper and brass fittings for restoration projects.  If you are looking to add drama to your copper or copper alloy project, no matter the scale, this is the class for you!

STUDENTS SHOULD BRING

• Two small plastic containers with lids (recycled one quart food containers work great)
  
• Three small plastic jars with tight fitting lids (again, recycled food containers are best, baby food jar size or larger)
  
• Sharpie marker.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Kathleen Gatliffe is a jeweler and artist working in Superior, Colorado. Her interest in combining art with cutting edge technology led her away from the usual art school path and towards the engineering programs at the University of Colorado Denver, where she graduated with degrees in both mechanical and electrical engineering.  Originally a painter, she turned to metal and glass as an ideal way to marry her love of science with her passion for art.  She sits on the board of the Colorado Metalsmithing Association.

MATERIALS KIT: $20
Instructor will provide kit including nine squares of 2” x 2” copper and two squares of 2” x 2” patterned brass as well as  chemicals, brushes, sandpaper, soap, wax and lacquer. 

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF STUDENTS: 8

CANCELLATION POLICY

• You may cancel up to 5 business days prior to the start of the class and receive a full refund, less $10 processing.
  
• Cancellations 3-5 business days prior to the start of the class are eligible for a 50% refund.
  
• Cancellations occurring less than 3 business days prior to the start date will not be refunded,
  
• In the event we have to cancel a class, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.