Patina ─ 300+ Coloration Effects for Jewelers & Metalsmiths

Patina offers a collection of over 300 metal patination recipes, application instructions, and full-sized samples for anyone working in metals, including jewelers, sculptors, and metal artisans.

This all-skill-level book covers steel, iron, copper, brass, bronze, silver, and aluminum. Neatly organized by metal type for ease of reference, Patina is then further arranged by color and other variables such as application method or resulting texture. Cross-references take you to the variety of patination techniques offered, including immersion, brush application, spraying, fuming, layering, using resists, hot and cold applications, and more. All recipes feature step-by-step illustrated instructions. Patina also discusses safety issues and handling and disposing of hazardous or corrosive materials as well as proper ventilation. This book is an inspirational resource, a how-to guide, and a book that you have long been waiting for.