Module #1 Introduction to Metal Finishes and Patinas Overview of the importance of finishes and patinas in metal art, course objectives, and materials needed
Module #2 Understanding Metal Surfaces Exploring the different types of metal surfaces, their properties, and how they react to finishes and patinas
Module #3 Cleaning and Preparing Metal Surfaces Techniques for cleaning and preparing metal surfaces for finishing and patination
Module #4 Introduction to Chemical Patination Overview of chemical patination, safety considerations, and basic techniques
Module #5 Acid-Based Patination Exploring acid-based patination methods, including nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and vinegar
Module #6 Alkali-Based Patination Exploring alkali-based patination methods, including lye and caustic soda
Module #7 Oxidation Patination Techniques for achieving oxidation patinas, including heat and chemical methods
Module #8 Electroplating and Electroless Plating Introduction to electroplating and electroless plating, including equipment and safety considerations
Module #9 Copper and Copper Alloy Finishes Exploring finishes and patinas specific to copper and copper alloys, including liver of sulfur and ammonia
Module #10 Brass and Bronze Finishes Exploring finishes and patinas specific to brass and bronze, including chemical and heat-based methods
Module #11 Steel and Iron Finishes Exploring finishes and patinas specific to steel and iron, including bluing and case hardening
Module #12 Titanium and Aluminum Finishes Exploring finishes and patinas specific to titanium and aluminum, including anodizing and dyeing
Module #13 Gold and Silver Leafing Techniques for applying gold and silver leaf to metal surfaces, including gilding and verre églomisé
Module #14 Enameling Basics Introduction to enameling, including equipment, materials, and safety considerations
Module #15 Cloisonné and Plique-à-Jour Enameling Techniques for creating cloisonné and plique-à-jour enameling, including wire wrapping and soldering
Module #16 Patination and Finish Troubleshooting Common problems and solutions for patination and finish issues, including defects and failures
Module #17 Design Considerations for Patinated Metal Art Exploring design principles and considerations for creating visually appealing patinated metal art
Module #18 Combining Finishes and Patinas Techniques for layering and combining different finishes and patinas to achieve unique effects
Module #19 Sealing and Protecting Patinated Surfaces Methods for sealing and protecting patinated surfaces, including waxes, oils, and lacquers
Module #20 Creating Texture and Pattern with Finishes and Patinas Techniques for creating texture and pattern with finishes and patinas, including stamping and stenciling
Module #21 Innovative Patination Techniques Exploring advanced and innovative patination techniques, including electro-patination and digital patination
Module #22 Finishing and Patinating Non-Ferrous Metals Exploring finishes and patinas specific to non-ferrous metals, including copper, brass, and bronze
Module #23 Finishing and Patinating Ferrous Metals Exploring finishes and patinas specific to ferrous metals, including steel and iron
Module #24 Finishing and Patinating Precious Metals Exploring finishes and patinas specific to precious metals, including gold, silver, and platinum
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Innovative Finishes and Patinas in Metal Art career
