Tutorial: How to use GOLD Leaf

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Hi everyone :)
Welcome back to a new tutorial. This time I am explaining how to use Gold Leaf and I am explaining three different types of Gold Leaf.
Here are the links to the items mentioned in my video :-
Imitation Gold Leaf - geni.us/AjJP66K
24 Carat Gold Leaf - geni.us/Bpgd4
Liquid Gold Leaf (equivalent) - geni.us/ovXERto
Gilding Paste/Size - geni.us/gp00
Agate Stone Burnisher - geni.us/fXHC0
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@Angie-NorthWest 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma, I really appreciate you putting this together to show the difference in the finishes. I've been getting frustrated watching various tutorials saying use this or use that, this is better than that etc etc so now thanks to you l can make a more informative decision. I'm going for the imitation gold leaf *** Thank you ***

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

That's so lovely to hear - thank you so much Angela!

@teeafo80 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the detailed tutorial and transparency of your process. It was really helpful.

@mtglover13 4 жыл бұрын

After viewing and reading a lot of online resources about gold leaf your tutorial is the most precise and to the point! Thanks 🙏

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for saying that! I really think that showing how it looks rather than just talking about it is so much better especially doing them side by side so you can see the difference

@beverleymason8149 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Emma. This is a very informative, detailed and well explained session (wish I had caught your video before I started my first ever project) I made so many mistakes e.g.: PVA vs Size. Burnishing stone. Excellent tips and a clear 'show and tell' - Brilliant!

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That's really kind of you to say ☺️ I'm glad you enjoyed the video

@harshadadivekar2297 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks!!!

@butlersartworld Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Just what I was looking for! 🎉

@neenamalik6303 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! So clearly and we’ll explained Thank u

@whatyes 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing this! I have been wanting to use gold leaf but not sure exactly how to apply it. Also not sure what was the best to use. This was really SO helpful! Thanks Emma :-)

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so pleased its helped!! Enjoy using it - it's so fun :)

@justbg 2 жыл бұрын

this was so informative thank you very much

@generous92 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! Very helpful.

@redmichiko 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, EMMA, this is very helpful,indeed!

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so pleased!! Thanks for watching 👍🏻

@clairevoutsinas1991 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting this video up .Would love to buy the real goldleaf ,but very expensive .

@tonyblackmore8349 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma. This is the third vid I've watched about gold leaf nd its by far the most useful and to the point. Thank you for posting and good luck with your own art. Oh yes, I think I'll go for the real stuff!

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tony, I'm so pleased this video helped you! Good luck with your art - the real gold will look amazing :)

@geajones 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful..thankyou !

@benzlikeawillow Жыл бұрын

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!

@EmmaRave Жыл бұрын

That's great!

@NoLOVEinFEAR333 4 жыл бұрын

thank you! this was extremely helpful!

@manfreddreschflegel1067 4 жыл бұрын

Very clever.Thank you.

@maldoori238 4 жыл бұрын

Hello from Scotland. I liked your video very much and found it inspiring and informative. I have subscribed to your channel and await your next video.

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you that's so kind! ☺️

@gila1959 4 жыл бұрын

Thanx so much for the tutering . So great explanation..thanx for sharing I enjoy your class...

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks : 😊

@sienagilbert9028 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thanks! Also you have lovely hands! 😍

@marthiescholer4565 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!!!!!!

@javi_el_sucio 4 жыл бұрын

i didn't know that imitation gold leaf can be burnished and also nice hack with the agate stone awesome video thanks

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks :) I'm pleased the video helped!

@TheMarkEH 4 жыл бұрын

An excellent tutorial that was informative and clear. Thank you.

@christineberlinson2461 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I enjoyed this video very much . I am going to try to use Gold leaf on a watercolor painting. What kind of stone do you use to smoothen the surface? would a round and smooth object also do the job? Thanking you in advance. Stay safe. Wishing you a merry Christmas.

@Frdkrgr1771 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you I picked up some good tips

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Great!!

@safiaalaskari1562 3 жыл бұрын

Hi dear How do we seal golden flakes on an art project like decoupage??? Thank you for nice video

@DivineArt-By-Rakhi 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma, thanks a lot for the information. Just curious that there isn't any difference in the look of imitation vs real gold leaf.

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

Yes there's not too much difference in look which is why the imitation leaf is so popular. The only difference I can see is that the real gold leaf looks richer and warmer in colour and doesn't show creases and texture as much as the imitation leaf.

@titob.yotokojr.9337 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful video. I have a question though. Can you use gold leaf on wood and metal surfaces? Thank you.

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

Yes you can. Make sure you seal your work after though. Thanks for watching the video!

@yvettevernon3488 Жыл бұрын

Good tutorial, easier to understand that other complicated videos

@barbarahamilton8719 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma really enjoyed your tutorial I was wondering if I could use it on a pastel painting that I am doing (soft pastels on velour paper) or what would be the best one to try,if any! Many thanks, Barbara

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbara, yes you can although bear in mind that you have used a very dry medium (pastel) so getting the glue on it might be a bit tricky but it can be done. I wouldn't used the liquid gold leaf but any of the other two should work fine 😁

@manahil189 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video. 👌

@MySunny1010 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I've learned so much from you. I will try this some time. Where can you get all of this gold and copper leaf from in the States? Would you know or any one here in the States? Thanks again for your help.

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I think you can get pretty much all of it on Amazon US. I've put some links in the description of this video which hopefully should direct you to the US sites.

@janemccormick2932 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the information! I would like to use imitation gold leaf on a purchased canvas. When I put the sizing on , it seemed to absorb into the canvas so I had to put a lot on to reach the tacky stage. It said to wait 20 minutes but it seemed dry in that time. Is there anything to put under the gold leaf so the canvas texture doesn’t show, and the sizing doesn’t absorb? Also, what do you use to varnish it so it doesn’t tarnish. I bought Golden GAC 200 but it took some of the shine away. Thanks so much for your help! 🤗

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jane, because the sizing company is probably assuming you're put it on paper the timing will be different for a canvas because the surface is different - it absorbs more than paper. You could prime your canvas a few times to get some of the texture to go but you'll still see it a bit - just the nature of painting on canvas. You could maybe also try priming with a water repellant type of paint. The best way I've varnished imitation leaf is by using resin however it's really expensive and comes out shiny - it does make the gold leaf look amazing though. I've also found it difficult finding varnishes that don't tarnish the gold leaf. Hope some of that helps :)

@framemasters256 4 жыл бұрын

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@chloethorpe9547 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, your video is very helpful. What could I use if I don't have one of the stones?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

I'm pleased it helped 😁 I wouldn't use anything other than an agate stone to burnish. You don't have to burnish, it just gives that extra shine.

@AngelasMixedMediaArtist 5 жыл бұрын

Nice thx 👍🏻❤️

@anasnenaa7144 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@user-nd6ht1hi6n 5 ай бұрын

Hello , Emma! This is wonderful. What is the best adhesive to use for glass and gold leaf. I need to burnish the gold to create shades. I am not very good at using the gelatine (mental block) and as my mirror is already up I don’t want the adhesive to run. I thought of using Japanese oil? But I still need to have shades unless I use a colour for glass underneath ?

@EmmaRave 5 ай бұрын

Hey, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I don't usually work on glass so I may not be the best person to ask but the adhesive size (glue) that I use shouldn't run as you only need a tiny bit which you can paint on with a paintbrush. I found this page here which may be helpful for you - barnabasgold.com/gold-leaf-on-glass/

@Shipslaw 5 жыл бұрын

Fascinating hands

@bluenavy7204 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma, thanks for sharing your technique, have a question, how can you add more layers of gold leaf, it needs glue on top of the gold leaf layer or you simply put it one on top of another, thanks again

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you would need to add more glue each time.

@bluenavy7204 4 жыл бұрын

Emma Ravens thanks!!

@tinanaik2549 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so informative... What varnish would you use on the imitation please?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

So far I only use resin. I haven't managed to find a good varnish that doesn't tarnish the gold yet

@tinanaik2549 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave thank you.

@ubaidurrehman9720 5 жыл бұрын

Hii, Hope u doing well, I need your opinion here if I put gold leaf over art paper as u did in tutorial Can I do Calligraphy on it with Calligraphy pen normally made with bambo stick if yes which type of ink should I use?

@EmmaRave 5 жыл бұрын

No you shouldn't draw or write over Gold leaf. The leaf is really delicate and fine and it will either damage the leaf or it will just soak right in. You could probably use ink over the liquid Gold Leaf though. I haven't personally tired it but I imagine it would work with just normal black Indian ink.

@ubaidurrehman9720 5 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave Thanks

@tarrasss1 4 жыл бұрын

If you were to gild a figurine would you finish it with a clear coat varnish ?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

I would definitely seal it yes :)

@user-nd6ht1hi6n 5 ай бұрын

I wanted to add I have a mental block with the gelatine adhesive for gold leaf. As the glass is vertical it would run . Can I use Japanese oil for gold leaf?

@EmmaRave 5 ай бұрын

I've never used oil before so I don't know I'm afraid sorry

@darrengosling2465 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma. Great vid thanks. What do you use on imitation gold leaf to prevent it from tarnishing? Thanks. Darren

@EmmaRave 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you definitely want to varnish it. I use a UVLS protection varnish by Golden called MSA Varnish Gloss - www.jacksonsart.com/golden-msa-varnishes This website is really helpful - nancyreyner.com/2017/06/22/prepare-gold-leaf-oil-painting/

@darrengosling2465 2 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave thank you

@MuzikAficionado 4 жыл бұрын

Can it be used over canvas? If yes, can you pls do a tutorial on that esp for imitation gold leaf?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm actually going to upload a video on that very soon :)

@MuzikAficionado 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave Thanks a bunch❣👍

@hapijen4828 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to burnish the liquid gold with the agate to brighten it up?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

No I'm afraid it's a polisher. It won't work on the liquid gold. Resin might brighten it up but it would make It shiny too

@roncandelaria3703 2 жыл бұрын

Can one use the gold leaf or (imitation gold leaf) on glass. I use stained glass for mosaic art and need a gold colored glass...just thought about using gold leaf? thank you.

@EmmaRave 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can definitely use gold leaf on glass 😁 have a look at some different adhesives (glue) though as some show through the back of the glass which you wouldn't want maybe.

@roncandelaria3703 2 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave ok, thanks so much.

@bobdown8043 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Emma. I am very new to drawing. I was interested more in your actual drawing instead of the gold leaf. The thumbnail caught my eye. I just wanted to know what you used to colour the skirt. Thanks.

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching! For the actual drawing I used Pro Markers and sharpies. Maybe I'll do a tutorial on how I did it at some point :)

@bobdown8043 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave cool thanks.

@freedamandem 3 жыл бұрын

Could you explain what the keyring is doing with the rocks? Bit confused!

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

The (agate) stone is used to burnish (polish) the gold leaf - so it makes it extra shiny and smooth. Works better on a really smooth surface 😁

@frankditalino1400 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Emma, Did you apply a transparent paint at the end?

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

No I don't tend to varnish gold leaf, especially if its 24 carat. you can use resin if you like :)

@Azulaela 4 жыл бұрын

I’m working on canvas and painted the bottom with acrylic. It dried for the best part of two days just to be sure it had dried, but when it came to putting on the gold leaf it’s stuck to the canvas where I haven’t glued it. Trying to brush off the excess but it won’t come off. Why is this?

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, are you using imitation gold leaf or genuine gold leaf?

@Azulaela 4 жыл бұрын

Imitation gold leaf

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

@@Azulaela When you're brushing off canvas it's slightly harder because it has a rougher texture than paper so it can get stuck in the fabric easier - it won' be due to it not drying correctly if you've left it that long. I would suggest putting it down in smaller sections and when you're brushing it off, hold the canvas facing down at a slant so you are not swiping across the canvas but just straight off. it may also be an idea to try with a harder bristle brush so it picks up more flakes. Hope that helps. Otherwise, stick to liquid leaf on canvas.

@Jack-bs6zb 2 жыл бұрын

Forming gold leaf upon a physical object would be something of interest to me. Something for another video perhaps.

@EmmaRave 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! I will definitely do that 👍🏻

@abc0988901 5 жыл бұрын

😍😍😍😍

@marcelazunino3264 3 жыл бұрын

Subtitilen al español, gracias

@martas9283 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. The gold leaf brand looks Dutch (or American), and would originally be pronounced cor-nay-listen, emphasis on 'nay'. Meaning Cornelius' son..

@EmmaRave Жыл бұрын

Thank you :) my pronunciations are awful sometimes haha

@samiaali4732 Жыл бұрын

Which Glu u r using?

@EmmaRave Жыл бұрын

It's called guilding size - there is a link in the description of the video :)

@CaptainRadack 2 жыл бұрын

Is liquid Gold leaf real gold. I usually work with 24 k gold Leaf.

@EmmaRave 2 жыл бұрын

No, liquid gold leaf isn't 24carat. You can't easily get paint or ink in 24carat (or at all, I'm not sure), you usually get sheets

@CaptainRadack 2 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave Thank YOU!!!

@jdemaestri4300 3 жыл бұрын

It won’t burnish without gesso with 23 it.

@maureenhaley112 3 жыл бұрын

The "lines" are caused by the brush you used. Try using a ball of cotton wool and you won't get all those scratches.

@EmmaRave 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow thank you, that's really helpful advice 👍🏻

@humorandheight 4 жыл бұрын

Could you use super glue instead of adhesive (no shame, not asking for a friend)

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think super glue would be a good option because it could get stuck to the brush or any utensil you're using but also it's got quite harsh chemicals in it and gold leaf is so fragile so it would probably disintegrate it.

@davehagi9883 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry, imitation leaf is not stronger than Gold leaf, it is harder and thicker and more brittle, it cannot be beaten as thin as Gold leaf, if it twas tried it would just turn into lots of thin metal flakes, that´s why it is so cheap in comparison to real Gold leaf.

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that clarity. That makes sense

@anfalkhan2490 4 жыл бұрын

What is the name of ...... use before installing gold leaf??

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

Do you mean size? That is the name of the glue.

@anfalkhan2490 4 жыл бұрын

Wich type glue??? Name?

@anfalkhan2490 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmmaRave I have only gold leaf sheet . I dont know to use

@EmmaRave 4 жыл бұрын

@@anfalkhan2490 it's this one - www.amazon.co.uk/Pebeo-G%EF%BF%BDd%EF%BF%BDo-Gilding-Paste-White/dp/B00J8Q0F84/ref=sr_1_3?tag=emmaravens-21&keywords=pebeo+guilding&qid=1561750424&s=gateway&sr=8-3