June 26th, 2007

Reflecting on Antique Mirrors

by Melanie in In the Studio, Mirror and Glass

The Antique Mirror class last week (see Mirror, Mirror) was a lot of fun and a great success. As it is always best to learn from you mistakes-this was another good learning experience and I think we have got the best approach to applying pattern with mirror patination DOWN. Just like everything else in decorative painting there are an infinite number of ways to interpret this artform and I’m looking forward to discovering all of them. What I haven’t quite figured out is a good way to PHOTOGRAPH mirrors, but here are some class pieces-

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A round tabletop with a rusted iron architectural inlay,

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a reverse gilded border,

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some small class samples, and

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my favorite! This is actually the “back” of the mirror on the front. The electroplated surface takes on these fabulous tones with the patination so we waxed it for protection and used a stria technique with shellac on the other side. We will be scheduling some more mirror classes once we get in our new building!

5 Responses to “Reflecting on Antique Mirrors”

  1. Lesley Cangialosi Says:
    June 27th, 2007 at 5:44 am

    These are just beautiful…..I’m in for a class once you get your new studio ready!!!

  2. krista Says:
    June 27th, 2007 at 5:42 pm

    AWESOME!!
    I just ordered the complete kit earlier today and I cant wait to experiment some. I already have one client (owns a glass/mirror business) asking me to bring some samples!
    This class looks like it will be really great!

  3. Gypsy Purple Says:
    July 2nd, 2007 at 8:02 am

    What a stunning blog!!!!!

  4. karen novak Says:
    August 11th, 2007 at 7:05 am

    i love the mirrors. how can i get the kit to try it? thanks, karen

  5. Melanie Says:
    August 13th, 2007 at 12:25 pm

    Thanks!! You can order the kit here Karen-

    http://www.modellodesigns.com/products_ecomm.asp?category_idno=189306

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